Museum's 'Last Dance' Before Epic Renovation

The George C. Page Museum, a fixture for nearly 50 years, will bid farewell to the public this Saturday evening with a 1970s-themed celebration before commencing its most extensive renovation to date. The museum, which opened in 1977, is set to close its doors for approximately two years. Throughout this period, paleontologists and researchers will continue their vital work, including fossil excavation and collection care, ensuring scientific progress does not pause.

The sweeping transformation will modernize the facility, introducing new exhibition galleries, visible research laboratories, and expanded storage. A new Samuel Oschin Global Center for Ice Age Research is also planned, bringing scientific preparation into public view. The historic atrium and iconic exterior will be preserved, with improved accessibility throughout the building.

The reimagined campus, including the new research center, is anticipated to reopen in 2028, coinciding with the Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games. Educational programs and mobile museum outreach will continue during the renovation, keeping the public engaged with the wonders of the tar pits.