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SUMMARY:Botanical Ink Making
DESCRIPTION:Join Art of Nature artist Avery Maltz for a hands-on workshop exploring botanical ink-making using locally sourced plants. In this small-group setting\, you’ll learn how natural pigments are extracted and turned into usable inks. Avery will demonstrate the process step by step\, showing how plant materials are simmered and transformed\, and how factors like heat\, time\, and material choice affect the final color. \nParticipants will also work with a pre-prepared batch of ink\, adding natural binders and preservatives before bottling their own to take home. The workshop will wrap up with time to test the inks through drawing and mark-making. This workshop is open to all skill levels and offers a practical introduction to working with natural materials. \nWorkshop A (10AM-12PM) FULL\nWorkshop B (1PM-3PM) FULL\nYou can join the waitlist by emailing bella@santacruzmuseum.org. Please note if you have a preference on time slot. We’ll notify you if a spot becomes available. \nCapacity: 10 people per class\nTicket Price: $35\nDiscounts: $5 member discount \nAge limit: 10+ 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/botanical-ink-making/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Art of Nature,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T203000
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SUMMARY:"Singing from the Deep End" Poetry with Perugia Press
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating the publication of Singing from the Deep End (CavanKerry 2026)\, a poetry collection about girldom and friendship set on the rocky Atlantic coast by Rebecca Hart Olander. In addition to being a poet\, Olander is the editor and publisher at Perugia Press\, a press dedicated to publishing first and second books by women poets. \nOlander will be joined by Santa Cruz poet Lisa Allen Ortiz and former Los Angeles Poet Laureate Lynne Thompson both of whom had first books published by Perugia Press. That first book by Lisa Ortiz was set in Santa Cruz Natural History Museum! \nCome listen to poetry in the Santa Cruz Natural History Museum\, learn more about Perugia Press\, enjoy refreshments and a special pop-up display featuring Museum founder Laura Hecox’s historic scrapbooks. \nReception begins at 6:30pm and reading begins at 7:00pm. \nREGISTER FOR FREE HERE\n  \nPoet and editor Rebecca Hart Olander is author of Singing from the Deep End (CavanKerry 2026) and Uncertain Acrobats (CavanKerry 2021). She is editor and publisher at Perugia Press\, dedicated to publishing new women poets since 1997. \n  \n  \nLynne Thompson was the 4th Poet Laureate for the City of Los Angeles. She is author of Blue on a Blue Palette (Boa Editions 2024) \, Fretwork winner of the 2018 Marsh Hawk Poetry Prize\, Start with a Small Guitar (What Books Press 2013) and Beg No Pardon winner of the 2007 Perugia Press Prize. \n  \n  \nLisa Allen Ortiz is the author of Stem\, winner of the 2021 Idaho Prize judged by Ilya Kaminsky and Guide to the Exhibit\, winner of the 2016 Perugia Press Prize. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/singing-from-the-deep-end-poetry-reading-with-perugia-press/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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SUMMARY:Nature Detectives Spring Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nAre you a super sleuth when it comes to nature? Campers ages 5-7 are invited to join a week of hands-on investigation\, creative challenges\, and outdoor discovery during the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History’s Spring Break Day-camp for nature detectives! \nDuring spring break 2026\, campers will join us to gather clues from the local environment to piece together their own scientific hypotheses and conclusions\, all while playing games\, making crafts\, and learning about the natural world. \n  \n🌱 $400 per Camper \nCampers must be ages 5-7 / Grades K-2 \nFamily Members receive a 20% discount. Registration of siblings receives $20 discount. \n📍 Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \n1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95062 \n🕒 Monday\, 4/6/2026 – Friday 4/10/2026 \nDrop-Off between 8:30 – 9:00 AM \nPick-Up between 3:00 – 3:30 PM
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/nature-detectives-spring-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:20260403T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T200000
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SUMMARY:Flora First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a special First Friday celebrating our Art of Nature exhibition and the beauty of plants. \nThis month’s event is Flora-themed\, highlighting the incredible diversity of local plant life and the artists inspired by it. \nMeet Art of Nature artists\, learn about their creative process\, and explore the exhibition while connecting with community organizations dedicated to native plants and local ecology. Enjoy an art-filled evening at the Museum with FREE admission\, an open bar\, food truck\, and plenty of time to experience the exhibit after hours. \nFeaturing: \n\n\nArt of Nature artists (live demos\, artwork\, and conversations) \n\n\nCalifornia Native Plant Society \n\n\nNorris Center for Natural History \n\n\n…and more! \n\n\nCome celebrate art\, science\, and the plants that shape our landscapes. \n(above artwork by Maria Cecelia Freeman\, Erin Hunter\, Rebecca Botehlo)
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/flora-first-friday/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Friday,The Art of Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251230T180148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T010435Z
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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/2026-04-03/
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:20260327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20260223T235900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212134Z
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SUMMARY:Member Opening: The Art of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Museum Members and exhibit artists are invited to join us for a special opening reception for our beloved annual exhibit\, The Art of Nature. Enjoy a festive evening with refreshments\, and be among the first to explore the featured works!\nRSVP Online\nor email events@santacruzmuseum.org\n Explore the beauty and fine details of the natural world around us in this annual spring show featuring works from 52 local artists in a variety of mediums. \nThis event is a exclusive to Museum Members and exhibit artists. Not yet a Member? Join today!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-opening-the-art-of-nature/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,The Art of Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20260219T190750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T190750Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting the California Red-Legged Frog in Santa Cruz County
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz County is a critical stronghold for the threatened California red-legged frog. Join Wildlife Biologist Michael Westphal for an inside look at three decades of research\, restoration\, and on-the-ground conservation efforts centered around this remarkable amphibian. This talk explores what it takes to protect a species on the brink and how our community can help ensure the California red-legged frog thrives in Santa Cruz County for generations to come. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nREGISTER HERE\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026 | 6–8 pm\nLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\nCapacity: 55 participants\nTicket Price: $12\nMember Discount: $5 off ticket price\nAge Limit: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \nAccessibility and Logistics\nThis lecture will take place at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The Museum is wheelchair accessible. Street parking is available throughout the surrounding neighborhood. Restrooms and water are available onsite. Feel free to bring a notebook and pen for notes\, and come ready with questions for the lecturer. \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/protecting-the-california-red-legged-frog-in-santa-cruz-county/
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=UTC:20260321T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251106T223135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T181739Z
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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 with Admission. $5 Adults | $3 Students and Seniors | Free for Youth Under 18 | Free for Museum Members. \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 2 p.m.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/rockin-pop-up-2-copy/2026-03-21/
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:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T004237Z
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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 happens 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-march-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:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20260205T205913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T204348Z
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SUMMARY:Salamander Sip & Paint
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with herpetology and creativity at this paint and sip workshop at the Museum.  \nJoin science illustrator and naturalist Hannah Caisse for an evening of art\, learning\, and amphibian appreciation. Participants will choose from a selection of 3D printed salamander and herp models and paint their own scientifically inspired creation using acrylic paints. Hannah will guide the process while sharing fun facts about herps\, their biology\, and why these smooth and scaly creatures are vital to healthy ecosystems. No prior art experience is needed. Each ticket includes a 3D model to paint and take home; all materials\, expert instruction\, and wine/beer included. \nThis program is FULL. Email info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist.\nCapacity: 20 \nTicket Price: $45 \nDiscounts: $5 Member discount \nAge limit: 8+ \nLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \nAccessibility and Logistics: Please wear clothes you’re comfortable painting in\, just in case things get a little messy. \n \n  \nAbout the Instructor: Hannah Caisse is a science illustrator\, naturalist\, and educator. Her combined background in evolutionary biology and art is an invaluable asset when she creates scientifically accurate and engaging renderings and illustrations. Previous works include publications in paleontology\, anthropology\, and astronomy\, including collaborations with the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology\, Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, University of California-Santa Cruz\, and Dickinson College. When not illustrating or making digital models\, Hannah is usually rock climbing or out in nature\, seeking anything small and furry or smooth and scaly.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/salamander-sip-paint/
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:20260306T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T195339Z
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SUMMARY:Herpetology First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a Herpetology Happy Hour!\nThis month we’re celebrating the slimy\, scaled\, and slithering inhabitants of our local ecosystems. Connect with artists\, scientists\, and community partners who study\, steward\, and protect amphibians and reptiles. Enjoy live animals\, hands-on activities\, refreshments\, free museum admission\, and special seasonal items in the Museum Store. An open bar will be available for guests 21+. \nCommunity Partners include: \n\n\nBay Area Herpetological Society  \n\nUS Bureau of Land Management\, Wildlife Biology Program\nUCSCs Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Program\n… and more!\n\nAdmission: FreeAges: All ages welcome \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/herpetology-first-friday/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Friday,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251230T180148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T010435Z
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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/2026-03-06/
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:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251127T005303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T005858Z
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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-february-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:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20260109T214852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T005326Z
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SUMMARY:Fungi Natural Dye Techniques
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop introduces natural dyeing with plants and fungi\, including mushroom-based dyes. Participants will learn basic folding techniques\, experiment with multiple dye baths\, and explore how pH modifiers like vinegar and baking soda affect color. The workshop also includes a brief demonstration on working with natural charcoal and draws inspiration from traditional dye practices.  \nThis Event is FULL\nTo join the waitlist email info@santacruzmuseum.org\n  \nAccessibility and LogisticsThis program will take place at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Please wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty\, as we will be working with natural dyes. \nParking is available on site and along surrounding streets. The museum includes accessible restrooms\, and the program space is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific access needs or questions in advance\, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help. \nMain Audience: GeneralCapacity: 20 participantsTicket Price: $40Discounts: $5 museum member discount; youth and student tickets are $35Age Limit: 10+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.Location: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \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/fungi-natural-dye-techniques/
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:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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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:20260206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251230T180148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T010435Z
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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/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:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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=UTC:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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:20260131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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=UTC:20260105T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251002T191444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T185634Z
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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:20260102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251230T180148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T010435Z
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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/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=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251124T225136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T194724Z
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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:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251029T201934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T230515Z
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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:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
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:20251107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20251014T174657Z
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:20251025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T145919
CREATED:20250915T161121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T170030Z
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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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