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La Brea’s Big Move for Science
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- Jun 6, 2026
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Summary
The La Brea Tar Pits are shutting down for a $100 million renovation to reopen in 2028 as the Samuel Oschin Global Center for Ice Age Research — a scientific powerhouse built around 3.5 million fossils, from bison skulls to dire wolf ribs, each needing custom foam protection. This isn’t just a makeover; it’s a chance to tell the true story of Los Angeles during the Ice Age, where climate change and extinction mirror our own era. The current 1977 museum misrepresents key facts — like the mammoth sculpture implying quicksand when just inches of tar could trap prey — and lacks updated exhibits on plants, insects, and even saber-toothed cats. The new space will feature more research, education, and real Ice Age flora, plus four new skeletons including a baby bison, dire wolf, giant sloth, and Zed — the most complete mammoth ever found — displayed in dramatic combat. While closed to the public, excavations and conservation continue, and mobile programs will keep educating thousands of schoolchildren annually. The past isn’t disappearing — it’s being preserved, reimagined, and brought to life for a new generation. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2294067e8f930c5a