Five Quirky and Unusual Museums To Visit In Los Angeles
By J. Altaverde
08/15/2021
For curious visitors, Los Angeles has an abundance of bizarre things to do and see, enough to put into some of the quirkiest and most interesting museums in the country. Enjoy these gems, found only in LA!
- The Museum of Death
Covers all things death, the bizarre and the bloody, and not for the weak of stomach. The collection includes serial killer artwork, crime scene photos, and other gruesome artifacts.
(323) 466-8011
The museum is currently relocating and will be open shortly. Check the website for the address and updates.
- The Museum of Neon Art
The Museum of Neon Art, also known as MONA, put on display a variety of electric and light-based art, past, present, and future, through both permanent and rotating exhibitions. Exhibits are immersive and the museum also offers classes in light-based arts. Don’t miss some of the R-Rated exhibits!
216 S. Brand Blvd.
Glendale, CA, 91204
(818) 696-2149
- The Martial Arts History Museum
This museum, in Burbank, showcases all the martial arts and the countries they come from, and how martial arts play a significant role in their cultures and history. The museum also looks at the history of martial arts in America. Including media and films. The Museum hosts special events including demonstrations and film showings.
https://martialartsmuseum.com/
2319 W. Magnolia Blvd.,
Burbank, CA 91506
(818) 478-1722
- Watts Towers
Watts Towers is a massive sculpture in South Los Angeles created by Simon Rodia. The art center at the site tells his story.
1765 E 107th St.
Los Angeles, CA, 90002
(213) 847-4646
- The International Surfing Museum
Located in Huntington Beach, this quirky museum pays homage to the sport and its athletes which helped to make California’s shores so famous. The museum includes art, memorabilia, photos, film, and music.
https://www.huntingtonbeachsurfingmuseum.org/press
411 Olive Ave
Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
(714) 465-4350