Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!
Nature Journal Studio 2nd Wednesdaysof the month, 6:30 - 8pm Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions at the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in […]
Nature Journal Studio Wednesday, March 8, 6:30 - 8pm Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions at the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in a […]
The Art of Nature March 11 - May 14, Tuesday – Friday| 11am – 4pm; Saturday – Sunday | 10am – 5pm Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from diminutive sea slugs to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works […]
Teddy Bear Clinic Saturdays 11:30am - 4:30pm, March 11 & April 29 Join the MOD for our oh-so-popular Teddy Bear Clinic created to help children cope with getting vaccinations. We've hosted this event before and it was a success! Children are encouraged to bring their own stuffed animal to the event, where they will dress […]
"She Can Handle Both" March online Our online exhibition "She Can Handle Both" celebrates the centennial of Women’s suffrage with particular emphasis on Santa Cruz County. Experience the museum from home and tap the link to learn more: https://www.slvmuseum.org/schb-era.html Museum Open
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!
BIPOC Hours and Bonfire Talks Monthly, 3rd Thursdays, 4 - 6:30pm Check out the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during special extended hours for our BIPOC community, then walk over to the beach to enjoy time together around the fire learning about historic or significant BIPOC figures, amazing natural wonders or discussion of issues […]
Family Fun Birding at Struve Slough Saturday, March 18, 10am - noon For this month’s Family Fun event, we will be exploring the birds at Struve Slough! Museum Staff will bring binoculars for each participant and share tips for identifying birds during this walk. Free | Space is limited, please register for the event and […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am - noon We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your […]
Summer Camp Board Game Festival Saturday, March 18, 10am - 1pm Back by popular demand! The MOD will be holding our oh-so popular Summer Camp festival again this year on Saturday, March 18 between 10 am and 1 pm. Head into the MOD to meet the array of wonderful summer camp vendors, and start your […]
"She Can Handle Both" March online Our online exhibition "She Can Handle Both" celebrates the centennial of Women’s suffrage with particular emphasis on Santa Cruz County. Experience the museum from home and tap the link to learn more: https://www.slvmuseum.org/schb-era.html Museum Open
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!
Field Illustration Workshop with Meegan Painter Saturday, March 25, 9am - 12pm Spring wildflowers are here! Join science illustrator Meegan Painter of Seven Ravens Studio for a guided field illustration experience in Mima Meadow where we will observe some of our County’s most amazing native wildflowers. We’ll learn about flower anatomy and practice field sketching […]
"She Can Handle Both" March online Our online exhibition "She Can Handle Both" celebrates the centennial of Women’s suffrage with particular emphasis on Santa Cruz County. Experience the museum from home and tap the link to learn more: https://www.slvmuseum.org/schb-era.html Museum Open
