Better known as “the Huntington,” it is a world-renowned, collections-based educational and research institution established by Henry E. Huntington and his wife, Arabella Huntington, in 1919. Originally built as the private estate of railroad, real estate, and utility magnate Henry E. Huntington, the 209-acre estate was their personal residence and playground. It houses an immense collection of over 11 million items, including a rare Gutenberg Bible and timeless works of art like Thomas Gainsborough’s “Blue Boy” and Mary Cassatt’s “Breakfast in Bed.”

The Huntington also has 120 pristine acres showcasing rare plants and trees from around the world. The gardens are divided into more than a dozen areas representing regions from across the globe: Australia, Japan, China, the Rose Garden, and the Shakespeare Garden. The Desert Garden is said to have the largest collection of cacti in the world.

Considered one of the finest museum stores in the LA area, the Huntington store contains hundreds of exclusive Huntington-themed collectibles, arts, crafts, garden items, and books, and has an amazing kids section.