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SUMMARY:Free Admission Day
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission Day! \nDiscover the wonders of nature at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History with free entry for everyone. Explore fascinating exhibits\, connect with local wildlife\, and make it a day of learning and fun for all ages. \nPLAN YOUR VISIT\nOUR EXHIBITS\n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/free-admission-day-copy/2026-12-04/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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SUMMARY:Holiday Sale
DESCRIPTION:Looking for locally made\, nature-inspired gifts this holiday season? \nJoin us for the Museum’s Holiday Sale\, featuring a curated selection of books\, toys\, art\, jewelry\, home décor\, prints\, and more from local artists\, authors and makers whose work celebrates natural history. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts inspired by the natural world. \nSip complimentary hot cider\, and enjoy storewide discounts and extra savings for Museum Members. Not sure what to get the nature lover in your life? Pick up a gift card or certificate for Museum Membership.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/holiday-sale/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Sea Star Search
DESCRIPTION:A California citizen-science event in cooperation with California Academy of Sciences and hosted Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History to track sea star populations and recovery from sea star wasting disease. \nTide pooling takes place during the winter solstice because gravitational forces create the lowest extreme tides of the year\, exposing deep rocky intertidal zones.\nParticipants search for all species\, with a special focus on endangered or vulnerable keystone predators like the sunflower star (Pycnopodia helianthoides) and the giant pink sea star (Pisaster brevispinus).\nPlease download the iNaturalist app. We will collect data by snapping photos of any sea stars found and upload them to the iNaturalist Winter Solstice Sea Star Search Project to help scientists map population numbers and recovery. \nREGISTER HERE\nFree \nAge limit: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \nAbout the Speaker: \nThe walk will be led by Anne Cassell\, Education Specialist in the education department at the Santa Cruz Museum on Natural History.  \n\nAccessibility and Logistics: \nFree parking is available on surrounding streets. You may need to walk a little to reach the meeting location. \nPlease plan to bring any water and snacks you will want during the program. \nThis program runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for all weather and a light walk on some uneven areas. There are 2 restrooms and a drinking fountain located near the parking lot. \nCancellation Policy
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-solstice-sea-star-search-2/
LOCATION:Natural Bridges State Beach\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Sale
DESCRIPTION:Looking for locally made\, nature-inspired gifts this holiday season? \nJoin us for the Museum’s Holiday Sale\, featuring a curated selection of books\, toys\, art\, jewelry\, home décor\, prints\, and more from local artists\, authors and makers whose work celebrates natural history. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts inspired by the natural world. \nSip complimentary hot cider\, and enjoy storewide discounts and extra savings for Museum Members. Not sure what to get the nature lover in your life? Pick up a gift card or certificate for Museum Membership.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/holiday-sale/2026-12-06/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time
DESCRIPTION:Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time!\nWe’ll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore and learn about science. Don’t miss out on the fun!\n \n¡Acompáñenos en la Hora de Juegos para Pequeñitos!\nCompartiremos una selección de artículos de nuestra colección educativa. Venga con sus pequeños a explorar y aprender sobre la ciencia. ¡No se lo pierda!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThe event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided.  \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-3/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Soil
DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, we invite volunteers to come together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. During this volunteering event\, you’ll get your hands dirty assisting with the maintenance of the park\, our pollinator garden\, and Pilkington Creek\, while gaining insights into local ecology\, native plants\, and sustainable gardening from Museum Gardener\, Laura Kummerer. \nSaturdays in the Soil happen every third Saturday of the month. \n​Sign up via Volgistics or email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to register.\nWhat to Expect \n\nThis project requires volunteer support with general landscaping\, occasional watering\, weeding\, and replanting.\nPlease let us know if you need special accommodations when you email to RSVP.\nThis program happens rain or shine\, but we will cancel in the case of muddy conditions or inclement weather.\nAll ages are welcome; children under 14 require adult supervision. Volunteers under 18 require a parent/guardian to sign waivers.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/saturdays-in-the-soil-6/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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