
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
Cultural and Educational InstitutionCultural and Educational Institution
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens is one of Southern California’s most important cultural landmarks. Founded in 1919 by Henry E. Huntington, it houses an extraordinary collection of rare books and manuscripts, extensive art holdings spanning European and American traditions, and over a dozen themed botanical gardens.
Beyond its permanent collections, The Huntington regularly organizes major exhibitions, lectures, concerts, and educational programs, fostering dialogue between history, art, and the natural world. Its exhibitions include works by leading artists such as Betye Saar, furthering its reputation as a center of cultural exchange and discovery.