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About

A Message from Huntington President Karen R. Lawrence

January 14, 2025

I want to thank you for the kindness you have shown to us at The Huntington during this tragic wildfire emergency. Your outpouring of support—through messages, check-ins, and contributions to our Huntington Disaster Relief Fund—has been deeply moving. Your support will enable us to focus on our highest priority: aiding staff most profoundly affected by this disaster. Your compassion reminds us once again of the strength of our extraordinary community.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Huntington’s diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic plan is fully focused on the intent of the founders and our commitment to preserve, build, and share our treasured collections for the benefit of a global community. Together, we will nurture a culture of belonging and excellence that is fundamental to this place we hold so dear.

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Community Partnerships

More than 6,000 people engage with The Huntington’s collections each year through active community partnerships with organizations in Los Angeles and the surrounding area. At The Huntington, we see community engagement as a critical way to build a more inclusive cultural institution.

The Huntington: Make it Yours

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens shares its world-renowned collections to support scholarship, foster learning, inspire creativity, and offer transformative experiences for diverse audiences.

What We’re Working On

Desert Garden Improvement Project

The Desert Garden Improvement Project will open new areas of the upper Desert Garden, showcasing more of this world-renowned collection with the construction of new pathways, a renovated Desert Conservatory with all-new infrastructure, and greatly improved horticultural conditions to create new opportunities for learning and enjoyment. More