Exhibit Underground: Unearthing Unseen Worlds

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October’s First Friday celebrates the opening of the new exhibit Underground: Unearthing Unseen Worlds. Dig into the mysterious creatures, caverns, and curiosities of the underground that sometimes inspire fear, but are essential to life as we know it. The event … Read more

CZU and You: Fall Creek

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Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a guided walk of the Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in partnership with California State Parks and the Mountain Parks Foundation. You’ll explore how the landscape has … Read more

Nature Club: Moore Creek Preserve

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Kick off the beginning of summer with an awesome visit to the Moore Creek Preserve, exploring different communities found in one of our best local habitats. Birds, deer, coyotes, rabbits, and much more call this place home and we will … Read more

First Friday after Hours: Get Outside in Santa Cruz

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Get to know Santa Cruz’s WILD SIDE at the Museum of Natural History Nerd out on your night out during monthly after-hours events every first Friday, featuring rotating themes, vendors, and activities. June’s event celebrates Great Outdoors Month! Join local … Read more

BIPOC Bonfires | Led by Black Surf Club Santa Cruz

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Be in the community for monthly bonfire talks at Seabright Beach led by local leaders of color. 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. BIPOC Hours at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. BIPOC Bonfire Talks at Seabright Beach About … Read more

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Voracious Flowers of the Tidepool

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Some of the most conspicuous animals in Northern California tidepools don’t look like animals at all. They resemble flowers more than any animal you’re probably familiar with.