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Five rabbits, a mix of black, white, and spotted, are sitting on hay. They are nibbling on green leaves, gathered closely together, creating an adorable scene of shared snacking.

Family Activities / Member Events

Family Fun Day: Here Comes Peter Cottontail!

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The Autry in Griffith Park

Appropriate For:
Families
Admission:
Free for Autry Members. Free with museum admission.
RSVP/Reservations:
Registration requested to help determine supply needs

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About the Event

The Autry in Griffith Park This year, the “bunny-trail” that Gene Autry sang about in his 1950 holiday hit "Peter Cottontail" ends at the Autry’s Family Play Space! Create bunny-themed crafts, embark on an in-gallery scavenger hunt, and hop on over to the Autry Garden for a "bunny meet and greet" with furry friends from Critter Squad Wildlife Defenders! 

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Family crafts & scavenger hunt 
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bunnies in the Autry Garden!

Watch Gene Autry sing "Peter Cottontail" from his Republic Pictures film Hills of Utah (1951) here 

Gene Autry - Peter Cottontail (from Hills of Utah 1951)

A close-up of a gray rabbit with long whiskers, sitting under a sign that reads "Critter Squad Wildlife Defenders" featuring a rhino silhouette and trees. The rabbit is looking to the side with a soft, curious expression.

Land Acknowledgment

The Autry Museum of the American West acknowledges the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (the Los Angeles basin and So. Channel Islands). We recognize that the Autry Museum and its campuses are located on the traditional lands of Gabrielino/Tongva peoples and we pay our respects to the Honuukvetam (Ancestors), ‘Ahiihirom (Elders) and ‘Eyoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present and emerging.

The Autry Museum in Griffith Park

4700 Western Heritage Way

Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
Located northeast of downtown, across from the Los Angeles Zoo.
Map and Directions

Free parking for Autry visitors.

MUSEUM AND STORE HOURS
Tuesday–Friday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

DINING
Food Trucks are available on select days, contact us for details at 323.495.4252.
The cafe is temporarily closed until further notice.