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La Brea Tar Pits

Coverage of La Brea Tar Pits in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 24 · 12:00 UTCMost recent: Aug 5 · 07:00 UTC
Co-mentioned in this coverage
new sciencetopic2ice age toadtopic1amphibiantopic1North Americaplace1ancient climatetopic1Smilodontopic1massive renovationtopic1L.A.place1George C. Page Museumplace1Samuel Oschin Global Center for Ice Age Researchplace1Zedtopic1Columbian mammothtopic1Pebbles the Pumatopic1Natural History Museums of Los Angeles Countyorganization1
Recent coverage
  • SCIENCEAug 5 · 07:00 UTCSCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
    La Brea Tar Pits disgorge rare ice age toad

    A rare ice age toad was discovered at the La Brea Tar Pits, marking the second such amphibian found in North America. This discovery provides researchers with vital information about the ancient climate.

  • SCIENCEJun 6 · 10:00 UTCLA TIMES — LOCAL
    Farewell, my Smilodon: La Brea Tar Pits to close for two years

    The La Brea Tar Pits will close for two years due to a massive renovation aimed at highlighting new scientific discoveries. The project is part of an effort to update an established Los Angeles institution.

  • SCIENCEJun 6 · 10:00 UTCLA TIMES CALIFORNIA
    Farewell, my Smilodon: La Brea Tar Pits to close for two years

    The La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles will close for two years due to a massive renovation. The project aims to highlight new scientific advancements at the institution.

  • SCIENCEMay 24 · 12:00 UTCLAIST
    Last chance to see the La Brea Tar Pits before they close for 2 years

    The La Brea Tar Pits museum and research facilities will close for a 2-year renovation to upgrade exhibits and facilities, including new interactive displays and a focus on fossils like Zed the mammoth and Pebbles the Puma. The project includes a renovated fossil lab, climate-controlled storage for specimens, and new outdoor spaces like an amphitheater and pedestrian pathway.