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Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

The Oscars' own museum of film, with Dorothy's ruby slippers, the shark from 'Jaws' and a glass sphere by Renzo Piano.

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Open
Most days; timed tickets
Price
Paid; free for children
Time Needed
2.5 hours
Address
6067 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
On Museum Row, next to LACMA.

Why Go

Opened in 2021 in the restored May Company department store next to LACMA, the museum covers how films are made and the people who made them. The Sphere building holds a cinema and a terrace with views of the Hollywood Hills.

Tips

  • The Oscars Experience lets you walk onto a simulated Dolby Theatre stage and accept an Academy Award.

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