Summer Camp: Experiments in Nature Monday, August 1 - 5, 8:30am - 3:30pm Are you a future scientist? We invite kids to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Experiments in Nature camp to perform experiments and studies in the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, ocean studies, and climate science. Explore nature while […]
Summer Camp: Budding Naturalist Monday, July 25, 8:30aam - 3:30pm Have you ever wondered how some people know so much about nature? This summer, young adventurers can join us to learn the skills that naturalists use to study all of the facets of nature. Campers will go on walking field trips to explore nearby habitats, […]
Summer Camp : Art and Science in Nature Monday, July 25, 8:30am - 3:30pm Calling budding artists and scientists curious about nature! Join us on a journey to investigate symmetries, patterns, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach, creek, and garden habitats, and making all sorts of art inspired by […]
Summer Camp: Elements of Nature Monday, July 18, :30 - 3:30 Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water. These “ancient elements” of nature affect our lives every day and we invite kids entering 5th-6th grade to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Elements of Nature camp. These forces of nature shape everything in the […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays 10am - 12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am-12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect -This native […]
Opening Day Nature Explorers Camp June 27 Come explore nature, investigate museum collections, and have adventures outdoors with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History's Nature Explorers day camps! Camps are K-6th, Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00. Preregistration required, visit www.santacruzmuseum.org/camp for more info.
Summer Kick-off Festival Saturday 11am - 3pm, June 25 Celebrate summer in Santa Cruz! Enjoy free admission to the Museum and outdoor festivities. It promises to be a day of nature-filled family fun — both out in the sunshine and within our Museum galleries. Live animals, Live music, Food trucks, Nature Crafts, Science activities Free! […]
Biomimicry Thursday, June 23, 8 am - 3:30pm Biomimicry is an engineering concept that uses ideas from nature to create sustainable solutions. We invite kids to spend the week exploring and drawing inspiration from nature to solve design challenges and engineer their own solutions to help humans live more sustainably on Earth. The week leads […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays 10am - 12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am-12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect -This native […]
Summer Volunteer Orientation Wednesday, June 15, 5:30 - 7pm Interested in building community and connecting with nature? Volunteer with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! Join us for our summer Volunteer Orientation to get started. You’ll explore opportunities, learn about the Museum, and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts over snacks! More about volunteering Volunteers […]
Family Fun with Sun Prints! Saturday, June 4, 1 - 4 pm (drop by anytime!) As we get closer to the summer solstice, the sun becomes higher in the sky for longer each day, making it the perfect time to play with sun prints! We’ll try out several sun print techniques using cyanotypes, shadows, and […]
The Art of Nature Friday, April 2 - June 6, Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from minute zooplankton to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works from over 30 local artists in a variety of mediums, all sure to […]
The Art of Nature Friday, April 2 - June 6, Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from minute zooplankton to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works from over 30 local artists in a variety of mediums, all sure to […]
