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Opportunity

GENERAL INFO

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Museum of the American West at Griffith Park
Ongoing Exhibit

The Opportunity gallery explores the turbulent period between 1820 and 1860 when thousands of migrants moved to the West in search of a better life. Learn about the experiences of the explorers, scientists, gold miners, and families who helped build an American West. Highlights in this gallery include California Gold Rush objects, surveying equipment, and artifacts from the overland trail journey.