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!

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 […]

Wreath Making at MOD Friday, December 15, 5 - 7 Join us for a festive evening of holiday wreath-making, December 15th from 5 - 7pm. We will have a vast array of fresh greens, ribbon and holiday decorations to create your perfect addition to your holiday decor! Please register anyone in your group who would […]

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 […]

Family Day: Wishy Wonderland Saturday, December 16, 12 - 6pm Enjoy free admission to all our current exhibitions, plus the Toy Trains display in the Atrium all day! Stop by between 1-4 pm to participate in Wishy Wonderland, a winter themed art activity, and warm up with complimentary hot cocoa (first come, first served). Schedule: […]

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our  in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]