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SUMMARY:Museum of the Macabre Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a howling good time with this year’s Museum of the Macabre: Creatures of the Night! The Museum will be turned into a haunted house full of the bone-chilling taxidermy that inspired your favorite movie monsters. Get up close and personal with every type of Halloween horror. Experience the natural history of your favorite cryptid\, from werewolves to vampires. For this 21+ Halloween party\, come in your spookiest-themed attire and enjoy cauldron-concocted cocktails\, creepy curiosities\, and a costume contest for best dressed.  \nTickets | $35 at the Door\n \nMust Show ID at the Door\nDrinks available at the event for $5 (Cash or Card) \nEvent Festivities:\n\nShowing of Twilight in the Tyrrell Park amphitheater\n\nCocktail curated by Copal\n\nBeer provided by Discretion Brewing\n\nSpecial taxidermy pop-up in collaboration with the San Jose State Collections Department\n\n3D photo booth provided by Santa Cruz Digital Photobooth\n\nHands-on\, thematic activities provided by Santa Cruz community partners\n\nFood trucks\n\nCostume contest with prizes\n\n\n  \nThank You to Our Event Sponsors and Partners!\nSea Glass Orthodontics | Copal | Discretion Brewing | Santa Cruz Digital Photobooth | California Film And Cultural Center | KAZU | San Jose State Natural History Collections | Bat Conservation International | UCSC Special Collections \nGet your Souvenir T-shirt and Sticker in the Museum Store! \n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\nThe Museum and indoor restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Park festivities will be on both level and slanted grass.\nBoth indoor and outdoor\, with low light.\nPlease leave your pets at home. Trained service animals only are permitted.\n\n\n\nCostume Policy \n\n\n\nCostumes should not be obstructive or offensive in nature.\nCostumes should not contain sharp or pointed objects\, or materials that may accidentally strike guests or exhibits.\nCostumes should not contain any elements which resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.\nTo enter the costume contest\, your costume should relate to the theme of creatures of the night.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/macabre2025/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T150000
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SUMMARY:Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Enraizados en el Recuerdo
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Día de los Muertos—a tradition that honors loved ones who have passed. Join us for viewing our skulls collection\, altars\, installations\, and artworks from diverse cultural traditions. \nInspirado en el Día de los Muertos\, una tradición que honra a los seres queridos que han fallecido. Acompáñanos para ver nuestra colección de calaveras\, altares\, instalaciones y obras de arte de diversas tradiciones culturales.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mi-casa-es-tu-casa-enraizados-en-el-recuerdo/
LOCATION:Pajaro Valley Arts\, 280 Main Street\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20250830T190112Z
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SUMMARY:ON HOLD: Cotoni-Coast Dairies Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: Temporary Program Pause\nDue to the U.S. government shutdown\, our Full Moon Hikes at the Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument (in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management) are currently on hold. \nWe plan to reschedule these special programs once operations resume. \nThank you for your understanding. For questions\, please contact events@santacruzmuseum.org.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/full-moon-hike-2/
LOCATION:Cotoni Coast Dairies\, Davenport\, CA\, 95017
CATEGORIES:Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
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SUMMARY:Mobile Museum: Herpetology
DESCRIPTION:Families will have an opportunity to view and interact with the herpetology collection from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Herpetology is a branch of zoology that studies reptiles and amphibians. The exhibit includes snake specimens in jars\, snake skins\, sea turtle carapace\, and even a live rosy boa named Dolores! \nLas familias tendrán la oportunidad de ver e interactuar con la colección de herpetología del Museo de Historia Natural de Santa Cruz. La herpetología es una rama de la zoología que estudia reptiles y anfibios. La exhibición incluye especímenes de serpientes en frascos\, pieles de serpiente\, caparazones de tortugas marinas\, e incluso una boa rosada viva llamada Dolores. \n  \n\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/mobile-museum-herpetology-copy/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum,Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T203038Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Treasured Trees
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a tree-mendous First Friday at the Museum! \nOur Redwoods First Friday will celebrate and explore the wonders and history of our local redwood forests while highlighting the Treasured Trees exhibit. Connect with artists\, naturalists\, and community partners who work to protect and share the beauty of redwoods. Enjoy hands-on activities\, free museum admission\, an open bar for guests 21+\, food trucks\, and special seasonal items in the Museum store. \nThis First Friday\, we’re partnering with: \n\nSempervirens Fund\nMountain Parks Foundation \nArtist Ferd Bergholz\n…and many more!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/first-friday-treasured-trees/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House,Redwoods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T180727Z
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SUMMARY:Bilingual Environmental Organizations Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at SOMOS Watsonville to learn about local environmental organizations and the bilingual resources available for the community. \nEncuéntrenos en SOMOS Watsonville para aprender sobre las organizaciones ambientales locales y los recursos bilingües disponibles para la comunidad.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/bilingual-environmental-organizations-summit/
LOCATION:SOMOS Watsonville\, 112 E Beach St.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251029T202635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T182122Z
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SUMMARY:Collections Club with Jane Kim
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Jane Kim and Jenny Rieke\, the Museum’s Associate Director of Education\, in conversation about the art and science of interpreting nature. Learn how the artwork for the Treasured Trees exhibit was developed\, and hear how the partnership between institutions like the Museum and artists can bring to life scientific concepts for public education in exhibits and interpretive signs in green spaces like Cotoni-Coast Dairies. Enjoy light bites and wine while viewing the Treasured Trees exhibit in its final weekend. \nREGISTER\nThis event is exclusively for Club Level Members and Sempervirens Fund invitees.\nLearn more about Club Level Memberships \nAbout the Speakers \nJane Kim is a visual artist\, science illustrator\, and the founder of Ink Dwell. Her art career started when she was a little girl\, obsessively painting flowers and bears on the walls of her bedroom. She received more formal training with a BFA in Printmaking from RISD and then attended CSU Monterey Bay\, where she received a master’s certificate in Science Illustration. She has created large-scale public art across the country\, including the Wall of Birds at The Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, and produced works for the National Aquarium\, the de Young Museum\, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum\, and more. She is the creator of the Migrating Mural campaign\, a series of public installations that highlight wildlife along migration corridors it shares with people. She still enjoys painting flowers and bears\, though nowadays she doesn’t get in trouble for painting on the walls. As the inaugural Forest Fellow of the Sempervirens Fund\, the oldest land trust in California and one dedicated to the protection of the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains\, Jane Kim has spent the last year studying the wonders of redwood trees. \nAs Associate Director of Education\, Jenny Rieke leads the development of exhibits and programs that connect people to the natural world through science\, art\, and storytelling. She collaborated with artist Jane Kim on Treasured Trees and on the interpretive signs for Cotoni-Coast Dairies. Jenny holds a degree in Environmental Studies from UC Santa Cruz and has worked as an educator and field biologist for a variety of environmental organizations. She joined the Museum in 2022 and brings a deep passion for creating meaningful\, field-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity and care for the environment. \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/collections-club-with-jane-kim/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Collections Club,Redwoods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T160000
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SUMMARY:Building Alliances in Indigenous Education
DESCRIPTION:A Convening for Indigenous Leaders and Public Educators \nA One-Day Workshop – LEARN MORE &  REGISTER HERE – SPACE IS LIMITED \nSamper Hall\, Cabrillo College  \n  \nAre you an Indigenous leader or a public educator committed to fostering meaningful partnerships and enriching Indigenous education? Join us for a free transformative one-day workshop designed to cultivate understanding\, share best practices\, and forge lasting alliances. “Building Alliances in Indigenous Education” offers a unique opportunity for dialogue and collaboration\, empowering participants to enhance educational opportunities for local students and integrate Indigenous perspectives more effectively into public education.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/building-alliances-in-indigenous-education/
LOCATION:Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Dr.\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T150000
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SUMMARY:Redwood Grain Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on masterclass\, artist Jane Kim will demonstrate the tree ring printing process used to create the artworks of Treasured Trees. Attendees will acquire basic know-how of the skills and tools required to practice this beautiful technique at home. \nREGISTER\nTicket Price: $40 General\, $35 Member \nAge limit: 13 years and up \nMaterials: Artist provided\, notepads\, and pencils \nAccessibility: This workshop will take place outdoors in the amphitheater of Tyrrell Park next to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The amphitheater is accessed by stairs or a semi-paved pathway through the park (it is not fully ADA accessible). Restrooms are available in the Museum. Please wear warm layers. In the event of rain\, we will shift this program indoors. \n\nAbout the Speaker\nJane is a visual artist\, science illustrator\, and the founder of Ink Dwell. Her art career started when she was a little girl\, obsessively painting flowers and bears on the walls of her bedroom. She received more formal training with a BFA in Printmaking from RISD and then attended CSU Monterey Bay\, where she received a master’s certificate in Science Illustration. She has created large-scale public art across the country\, including the Wall of Birds at The Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, and produced works for the National Aquarium\, the de Young Museum\, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum\, and more. She is the creator of the Migrating Mural campaign\, a series of public installations that highlight wildlife along migration corridors it shares with people. She still enjoys painting flowers and bears\, though nowadays she doesn’t get in trouble for painting on the walls. \nAs the inaugural Forest Fellow of the Sempervirens Fund\, the oldest land trust in California and one dedicated to the protection of the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains\, Jane Kim has spent the last year studying the wonders of redwood trees. In order to begin to understand the redwood\, the artist learned\, they can not be studied in isolation. The trees are both a product of their ecosystem and a force that transforms it. Using the tree itself\, the artwork begins with ink impressions of the tree rings collected from Camp Jones Gulch. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwood-grain-printmaking/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Redwoods,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T153000
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SUMMARY:Mi Casa es Tu Casa Exhibition Closing
DESCRIPTION:Join us in making observations of an owl pellet and exploring its dissected contents as we celebrate the closing of Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Rooted in Remembrance. \nAcompáñanos a observar un egagrópila de búho y explorar su contenido disecado mientras celebramos el cierre de Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Enraizados en el Recuerdo. \n\nJoin our free programs\, connect with science and nature\, and have fun with your family and friends. Share this invitation and join our community! To receive email reminders about upcoming programs and events in Watsonville\, subscribe to our monthly newsletter below. These programs are open to Watsonville residents. \nVenga a disfrutar de nuestros programas gratuitos\, conéctese con la ciencia y la naturaleza\, y diviértase con su familia y amigos. ¡Comparta esta invitación y únase a nuestra comunidad! Para recibir notificaciones sobre los próximos programas y eventos en Watsonville\, suscríbase a nuestro boletín mensual.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mi-casa-es-tu-casa-exhibition-closing/
LOCATION:Pajaro Valley Arts\, 280 Main Street\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251030T195517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T215754Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Sale and Art Market
DESCRIPTION:Looking for locally made\, nature-inspired gifts this holiday season? \nJoin us for the Museum’s Holiday Sale and Art Market\, featuring a curated selection of art\, jewelry\, home décor\, prints\, and more from over 20 local artists and makers whose work celebrates nature and natural history\, including Kiwi Cyr\, Hannah Caisse\, Kylene Gilmore\, Donna Thomas\, Sarah Brothers Bot\, Amy Moon\, Pajaro Valley Arts\, Katy Peterson\, Polly Goldman\, and Maria Amorette Klos. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts inspired by the natural world. \nEnjoy free admission all day while you explore our exhibits\, sip complimentary hot cider\, and browse even more treasures in the Museum Store as part of our annual Holiday Sale. You’ll find storewide discounts\, gift cards for nature lovers\, and extra savings for Museum Members. Membership gift certificates will also be available—give the gift of connection to nature! \nSupport local artists\, discover something beautiful\, and celebrate the season with us—rain or shine!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-art-market/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
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SUMMARY:Nature-Inspired Block Printing
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nCelebrate the season with creativity\, craft\, and sustainable spirit. In this hands-on workshop\, participants will learn the basics of printmaking and design and carve their own natural-history-inspired printing blocks using soft-cut linoleum. \nUse your custom stamps to print beautiful\, one-of-a-kind tea towels perfect for holiday gifting. You’ll also have the option to create your own sustainable wrapping paper and gift bags\, turning your prints into a full eco-friendly gift set. You’ll take your hand-carved block home with you\, so you can keep printing long after the workshop ends. \nNo prior experience required. Participants will have a completed art piece to take home at the conclusion of the workshop. Open to all ages and experience levels. All supplies included. \nWe’ll keep things cozy with mulled wine\, hot cider\, and plenty of holiday cheer as we craft together in a festive\, relaxed atmosphere. \nSOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nClass Fee: $35 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout. All materials included in the class fee. \nAbout the Instructor: Beck Hong – Since joining the team in 2024\, Beck has had the pleasure of documenting and sharing the many wonders of the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Before settling in Santa Cruz\, Beck could be found studying printmaking at SAIC in Chicago\, working on film sets in Honolulu\, or wandering the Pacific Northwest. Now rooted on California’s central coast\, they spend their time making videos at the museum\, reading under shady trees\, and searching tide pools for nudibranchs. \nAccessibility & Info – This program takes place indoors at the Museum. Please note that printmaking involves hand tools and materials that may get messy\, so casual attire is recommended. If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions\, contact us in advance so we can accommodate you.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/nature-inspired-block-printing/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251127T004712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T004843Z
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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-december-2025/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251113T225731Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meetup: Winter Solstice Sea Star Search
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nJoin us for this 2-hour program exploring some of Santa Cruz’s most vibrant tide pools! \nGuided by nature educator Anne Cassell\, participants will join us for a winter solstice celebration focused on finding sea stars\, which play a vital role in our coastal ecosystems. Using iNaturalist\, participants will share their sea star observations and contribute to the world’s largest global biodiversity dataset. \nThis event is for Museum Members only.\nSOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nFYIs & Accessibility Info \n\nWe recommend downloading the iNaturalist application before the program begins if you would like to document any sea stars you see with the iNaturalist application.\nPlease let the parking kiosk know you are with the SC Museum of Natural History group to receive complimentary parking. Free parking is also available on surrounding streets. You may need to walk a little way 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.\nFacilities: There are 2 unisex restrooms and a drinking fountain located near the parking lot.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-solstice-sea-star-search/
LOCATION:Natural Bridges State Beach\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251230T180148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T180650Z
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SUMMARY:Free Admission Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy FREE admission to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History every First Friday of the month! Explore hands-on exhibits\, dive into local nature and get to know the species that call this special place home. \nPlan Your Visit\nExplore Our Exhibits\n  \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/free-admission-day/2026-01-02/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260105T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251002T191444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T185634Z
UID:10000282-1767603600-1767711600@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Camp
DESCRIPTION:Winter can be a wild time!\nJoin the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this winter break to learn about the seasons\, the weather\, and how plants and animals adapt to survive the wintertime. Explore nature\, make art\, and play with new friends while learning about local natural history. For K-2nd Graders (5-7 Years Old) \nREGISTER\nThis is a 2 day Camp\, pro-rated to $160 \n\n—\nLimited Scholarships Available \nWe believe that every young explorer should have the opportunity to connect with nature. To help make Winter Camp accessible\, we offer a limited number of scholarships for families who may need financial assistance. If cost is a barrier\, we encourage you to apply! \nSCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION\nOur goal is to ensure that curiosity and passion for the natural world are never out of reach. \nPlease contact camp@santacruzmuseum.org with any questions.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251224T075210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T000720Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Museums at the Watsonville Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Visit us at the Watsonville Public Library every second Friday. Each month\, we feature a different Mobile Museum designed to inspire visitors to connect with the natural world through hands-on observation. We invite people of all ages to explore\, ask questions\, and engage directly with specimens through touch and close study. \nVisítenos en la Biblioteca Pública de Watsonville el segundo viernes de cada mes. Cada mes presentamos un Museo Móvil diferente\, diseñado para inspirar a los visitantes a conectarse con el mundo natural a través de la observación práctica. Invitamos a personas de todas las edades a explorar\, hacer preguntas e interactuar directamente con los ejemplares mediante el tacto y la observación detallada. \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \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/mobile-museum-nocturnal-animals/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251114T002012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T172207Z
UID:10000296-1767967200-1768150800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Fungus Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fungus season in Santa Cruz means celebration! Come to the Santa Cruz Fungus Fair to learn fascinating and fun facts about beautiful and diverse species of mushrooms!\nView remarkable mushroom arts and crafts\, taste unusual and exceptionally good fungal fare\, and experience FFSC’s overriding mission: “We keep the fun in fungus!” This unique Santa Cruz area tradition draws thousands of visitors each January\, so it’s recommended that you get your tickets in advance.\nLearn More   Purchase Tickets\nWant to volunteer? To be eligible for a FREE General Admission ticket to the Fungus Fair\, you must pre-register as a volunteer and work for at least one volunteer position (usually for a few hours\, depending on the role). Learn more and sign up today!\nFair Hours are Friday 2-5 PM  |  Saturday & Sunday 9 AM-5 PM
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/fungus-fair-2026/
LOCATION:London Nelson Community Center\, 301 Center St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T164500
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251125T004743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T004743Z
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SUMMARY:LiMPETS Teacher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:LiMPETS (Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students) is a community science program that takes students to coastal ecosystems of California’s national marine sanctuaries\, increasing awareness and stewardship of these critical habitats.\nYou Will Get: \n\nA 5-unit curriculum aligned with NGSS and Common Core\nHands-on training on all aspects of intertidal field science\nTools and staffing support for facilitating student community science and related research posters and community action projects\nA $100 stipend\n\nYour Students Will: \n\nGet outside!\nParticipate in community science and data analysis\nContribute to a 20+ year study\nConnect to and learn about coastal ecosystems\, climate change and positive actions we can take to protect our communities\nRocky Intertidal Monitoring Teacher Workshop\n\nREGISTER\nFOR: High school – college teachers\nWHEN: Saturday\, 1/17/26\, 10:00 AM-4:45 PM\nWHERE: The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/limpets-teacher-workshop/
LOCATION:Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, 165 Forest Avenue\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251224T064000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T000452Z
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SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Arte del Corazón
DESCRIPTION:Every third Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to Arte del Corazón (ADC)\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nCada tercer martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están invitados a Arte del Corazón (ADC)\, donde nuestro equipo contribuirá una actividad guiada e interactiva a las actividades existentes. \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided. The event will be indoors. \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/afterschool-activities-arte-del-corazon/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:Arte del Corazón\, 7 Hangar Way Unit B\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20260122T232427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232427Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at Patagonia
DESCRIPTION:Come find us at Patagonia Outlet Santa Cruz! We will be sharing one of our Mobile Museum’s designed to inspire you to connect with the natural world through hands-on observation. We invite people of all ages to explore\, ask questions\, and engage directly with specimens through touch and close study.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-patagonia/
LOCATION:Patagonia Outlet Santa Cruz\, 415 River St Ste C\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251118T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T234852Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meet-Up: Whale Disentanglement Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the member and volunteer exclusive\, behind-the-scenes look at a recent whale rescue in Monterey Bay. \nFeaturing powerful footage\, this presentation offers an immersive\, firsthand view of the teamwork\, precision\, and challenges involved in freeing entangled whales safely and effectively. \nThis event is for Museum Members only.\nREGISTRATION CLOSED
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-meet-up-whale-disentanglement-talk/
LOCATION:Benefit Conference Center\, 8142 Moss Landing Road\, Moss Landing\, 95039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Members Only,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251127T003410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T004611Z
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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. \nJanuary’s event is scheduled to align with the annual Laura Hecox Day celebration. Saturday’s in the Soil will return to the third Saturday of the month in February\, on 2/21/2026. \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-january-2026/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251223T233910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T230106Z
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SUMMARY:Laura Hecox Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Continuing a tradition that began in 2016\, the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will celebrate the birthday of its founder\, Santa Cruz naturalist and lightkeeper\, Laura Hecox\, at this special open house. The outdoor event will include Victorian-era activities\, community partners\, historians\, and the 2026 Laura Hecox Naturalist award presentation. \n  \nProgram: \n\n10am-5pm: FREE Museum Admission\n10am-12pm: Saturdays in the Soil Volunteer Gardening\n11am: Naturalist Award Presentation of Donna Meyers\n11am-4pm: Community Partners and Open House\n\nProgram Events and Partners \n\nMuseum Collections Pop-Up\nRock ID station with UCSC’s Earth and Planetary Sciences\nUCSC’s SACNAS\nCity of Santa Cruz \nUCSC’s WiSE\nSanta Cruz Libraries\nSean Mohoot\, tintype photographer\nO’Neill Sea Odyssey\nVictorian era crafts\, activities and tintypes\n\n  \nSpecial thanks to Lulu Carpenters for supporting this event. We’re thankful for their partnership and their commitment to our museum community.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/laura-hecox-day-2026-2/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20260121T181330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T171726Z
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SUMMARY:Rockin' Pop Up!
DESCRIPTION:Join geologists from University of California\, Santa Cruz to share your mineralogical marvels and get them identified inside the Museum’s galleries!\nPrice: This special event is Free during our Laura Hecox Day celebration! \nWhat can you bring: Rocks\, fossils\, gems\, and minerals are all welcome! Feel free to bring as many samples as you like\, but depending on the crowd\, we may implement a 3-rock maximum for identification. \nTime: There will be no formal presentation\, so drop-by anytime between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/rockin-pop-up-3/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pop-Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251230T203954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215354Z
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Night: Lichens 101
DESCRIPTION:Lichens are all around us\, yet they are often overlooked and misunderstood. \nJoin lichen expert Ken Kellman for an engaging evening exploring these fascinating organisms\, beginning with an introductory lecture followed by a hands-on lichen identification session. \nParticipants will examine a variety of local lichen species using dissecting microscopes and learn how to observe key features used in lichen identification. This interactive program is perfect for curious beginners and nature lovers looking to deepen their understanding of the living world around them. \nThis program is FULL. Join the waitlist by emailing info@santacruzmuseum.org \nLight refreshments will be served. \nInterested in continuing the lichen fun? This lecture pairs perfectly with our guided lichen walk led by Ken on February 14. \nKen Kellman is a member of the California Lichen Society and the volunteer curator of lichens and bryophytes at the herbarium in the Kenneth Norris Center for Natural History at UC Santa Cruz. \nDate & Time: Thursday\, February 5\, 2026 | 6–7:30 pmLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural HistoryCapacity: 55 participantsTicket Price: $12Member Discount: $5 off ticket priceAge Limit: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/naturalist-night-lichens-101/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251230T180148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T180650Z
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SUMMARY:Free Admission Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy FREE admission to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History every First Friday of the month! Explore hands-on exhibits\, dive into local nature and get to know the species that call this special place home. \nPlan Your Visit\nExplore Our Exhibits\n  \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/free-admission-day/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251230T204517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T212810Z
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SUMMARY:Fungus February First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a fun-gi First Friday at the Museum!\nOur Fungus February First Friday invites you to dive into the fascinating world of fungi and the vital role they play in our local ecosystems. From underground networks to above-ground marvels\, this evening celebrates the weird\, wonderful\, and essential world of mushrooms. \nConnect with artists\, mycologists\, and community partners who study\, steward\, and share the magic of fungi. Enjoy hands-on activities\, refreshments\, free museum admission\, and special seasonal items in the Museum Store. An open bar will be available for guests 21+. \nGuests are welcome to bring mushrooms or lichen they’ve found to be identified by knowledgeable experts. \nThis First Friday\, we’re partnering with: \n\n\nFerd Bergholz\, artist \n\n\nSarah Brother Bot\, artist \n\n\nAle Padron\, artist \n\n\nAndrea Dingledein\, artist \n\n\nFungus Federation of Santa Cruz \n\nLiv Fragiacomo\, ecologist\n\nFar West Fungi\, mushroom tea sampling \n\n…and more!\n\nDate & Time: Friday\, February 6\, 2026 | 5–8 pmLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural HistoryAdmission: FreeAges: All ages welcome \nCome celebrate the hidden kingdom beneath our feet and kick off Fungus February with a night of science\, art\, and community. \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/3204/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20251212T204436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T184541Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering and Drawing Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about mushrooms and how to identify and differentiate between various species. We will discuss mushroom picking and collecting etiquette\, and various ways of identifying fungus genus and species – by shape\, parts\, and anatomy of a mushroom\, color\, smell\, and tree associations! Participants will have time to explore\, find\, and closely observe and identify various fungi. \nAfter the walk\, participants will return to the Museum\, where they will select a couple of mushrooms to study more closely and learn how to draw their specimens. Using the mushrooms they collected\, they will learn how to closely observe key features such as shape\, texture\, gills\, stems\, and overall form\, and translate those details into a scientific-style drawing. Everyone will go home with a completed drawing of their mushroom or mushrooms from the day. \nProgram Fee: $45 | $5 Off for Museum Members\nMaterials: All art materials are included in the class fee.\nCapacity: 20\nAges: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \nEVENT REGISTRATION FULL\nPlease email info@santacruzmuseum.org to be added to the waitlist for this program. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nAbout the Instructor: Sarah Brothers Bot \nSarah Brothers Bot studied biology in college but after discovering the arts\, pursued a Bachelors degree in in Fine Art and Graphic Design\, and a Masters in Community Arts Management and Arts Education. Sarah has held leadership positions in non-profit arts and education organizations nation-wide.  For the past 14 years\, as Arts Education Director for Arts Council Santa Cruz County\, Sarah has developed arts education programs that meet educational\, socio-emotional\, and artistic needs for youth from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and has created systems for sustainable programming. \nIllustration featured in The Art of Nature 2025 Exhibit by Sarah Brothers Bot. \n  \n  About the Instructor: Liv Fragiacomo \nLiv Fragiacomo is a microbial community ecologist finishing up their Master’s at San Jose State University. They led our 2025 Fungus February hikes and our Redwoods Revival series. A lover of all things plants and microbes\, their background is in plant disease ecology. They love making zines for their walks while helping others connect with the unique natural history of Santa Cruz County. \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mushroom-walk/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walk,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T220417
CREATED:20260123T234306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T234315Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at World Wetlands Day
DESCRIPTION:Come find us at Hope Park\, Watsonville! Celebrate World Wetlands Day with hands-on habitat restoration\, live music\, and fun\, educational activities for all ages. \n¡Ven a encontrarnos en Hope Park\, Watsonville! Celebra el Día Mundial de los Humedales con restauración de hábitat\, música en vivo y actividades divertidas y educativas para todas las edades. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe event will be outdoors.  \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/mobile-museum-at-world-wetlands-day/
LOCATION:Hope Park\, 76 Hope Dr\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum,Vamos Afuera
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