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Observatory north doors

Griffith Observatory

2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 473-0800

Griffith Observatory Foundation

2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 473-0879

Hiking Trail closures and special restrictions

Griffith Park Ranger Station
(323) 913-4688

School Program Registration

You must make an advance reservation for your fifth-grade class to participate in any of the in-person or online programs. Availability is VERY limited, and the program is always oversubscribed. We process reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.

Employment

To learn more about job opportunities in the Department of Recreation and Parks, check the Department’s Job Opportunities page and select the position you are interested in. To apply, follow the instructions for that position.

Volunteer

Are you ready to help expand the Griffith Observatory Foundation universe? As a member of the volunteer team, you’ll make critical contributions to the support and promotion of the Observatory.

Donate & Legacy Giving

Your support of Griffith Observatory Foundation has a direct and immediate impact on one of the most significant landmarks and valuable public resources Los Angeles has to offer – Griffith Observatory.

Media Inquiries

Credentialed members of the news media who are seeking information, media images, or participation from the Observatory in a news story (including interviews with Observatory staff) may contact us at: inquiries@griffithmedia.org

Filming and Photography

Griffith Observatory has a long heritage of commercial filming and photography. This page is designed to provide information regarding production shoots at our unique and historic facility.

Rentals

Griffith Observatory occasionally permits rental use of the facility for purposes that are consistent with our mission. This page is designed to provide information regarding rental uses at our unique and historic facility.