Forest Lawn Memorial Parks
http://www.forestlawn.com/Special-Events-And-Facilities/Museum-Exhibits.asp
Experience their permanent collection of western bronzes, stained glass, historical American pieces, original paintings and cultural artifacts.
Walk their labyrinth or enjoy a presentation of Leonardo DaVinci's the Last Supper recreated in stained glass (Glendale Great Mausoleum). The Forest Lawn collection of stained glass is remarkable and is like none other in the world.
Forest Lawn - Glendale Museum
1712 S. Glendale Avenue
Glendale, CA 91205
800-204-3131
Tues-Sun: 10a-5p
Free admission
Free parking
A representation of culture and art from around the world, the Permanent Gallery features a moai from Easter Island, an extensive Western bronze collection, and Bouguereau’s Song of the Angels.
In additional special exhibits, there are also seasonal exhibits such as the stained glass showings of Light & Passion: The Story Of Easter and Light & Hope: The Forest Lawn Christmas Windows.
A cell phone audio tour is available.
Forest Lawn - Hollywood Hills
Hall of Liberty
6300 Forest Lawn Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Sat-Sun: 10a-5p
Immediately east of the Hall of Liberty is the Plaza of Mesoamerican Heritage.
The exhibit discusses and displays reproductions of artifacts of the Olmecs, who lived 1,500 years before Christ, as well as those of the Aztecs, Mayans, Teotihuacán, Toltecs, Totonacs, and Zapotecs.
The astronomy, mathematics, art, and architecture of these great civilizations are explained in both English and Spanish.
At both locations, they feature educational lectures and guest speakers.
Contact Forest Lawn for the latest information.
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