Events

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!

Free Day Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History First Fridays of the Month, 11am - 4pm Hey! Free day! Pop-on by for a dose of nature connectedness. Access to the Museum is for everyone, which is why we offer free admission every month on the first Friday. Join us.

Nature Club: Exploring the Tide Pools at Natural Bridges Saturday, March 4, 10am - 12:30pm The tide pools at Natural Bridges are some of the best in Santa Cruz and they are teeming with living creatures. Explore tide pools and nearby coastal prairie habitat and learn about the amazing plants and animals that live there. […]

Extreme Weather Resource Fair: Small Talk, Big Topics Saturday, March 4, 11am -3pm Recent weather events have impacted Santa Cruz County from the shore to the summit. Chat with local agencies and organizations addressing the challenges of extreme weather in the region during this free open house at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. […]

Artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity Reception: Sunday, March 5, 1 - 3pm; Art Walk: Sunday, March 5, 1:30pm Join us for a special exhibit featuring powerful works by artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity at the Porter Building! Community Arts & Empowerment will be leading an […]

Artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity Reception: Sunday, March 5, 1 - 3pm; Art Walk: Sunday, March 5, 1:30pm Join us for a special exhibit featuring powerful works by artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity at the Porter Building! Community Arts & Empowerment will be leading an […]