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Los Angeles: Mid-Wilshire District



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THE PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS
Thousands of years of history in the middle of the city

Where: 5801 Wilshire Boulevard

When:
Mon.–Fri. 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sat.–Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Closed major holidays

Cost:
Adults $7
Students & seniors $4.50
Children (5–10) $2, (under 5) free

Contact: Visit the La Brea Tar Pits Web site, or call 323.934.PAGE for more information.

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THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET
A great place for food and people watching

Where: 6333 West Third Street

When:
Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sat. 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sun. 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Contact: Visit the Farmers Market Web site, or call 323.933.9211 for more information.

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THE GROVE
An entertainment and shopping destination connected to the Farmers Market

Where: 189 The Grove Drive

When:
Mon.–Thur. 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Fri.–Sat. 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun. 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Store and restaurant hours may vary.

Contact: Visit The Grove Web site, or call 323.900.8080 for more information.

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OTHER MID-WILSHIRE SIGHTS AND ACTIVITIES

Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Boulevard

Hours:
Mon.–Tue, Thur. 12 noon–8 p.m.
Fri. 12 noon–9 p.m.
Sat.–Sun. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

Admission:
Adults $7
Children (6–17) $1; children (under 6) free

L.A.'s largest, most comprehensive art museum. Every Sunday is NexGen Family Sunday. The two free sessions of hands-on-art, animated storytelling, and gallery tours are designed for kids ages 5 to 12. Be at the museum at 12 noon, or at 3:15 p.m.

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American Girl Place, 189 the Grove Drive

Hours:
Sun.–Wed. 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Thur.–Fri. 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sat. 9:30 a.m.–9 p.m.

A doll-loving little girl's dream come true, the store is much like its Chicago progenitor and the New York branch, offering two floors of dolls and accessories, a café, and The American Girls Revue, a ticketed event for ages 6 and up held in the 133-seat theater.

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The Cheesecake Factory, The Grove Drive

Hours:
Mon.–Thur. 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Fri.–Sat. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m.
Sun. 10 a.m.–11 p.m.

The popular chain restaurant has a convenient presence right in the middle of The Grove.

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Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Boulevard

Hours: Daily, dawn until dusk

Across the street from The Grove sits this lovely urban park, which contains jogging paths, barbecue pits, picnic tables, a baseball diamond, basketball courts, and a children's play area.