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The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is a nonprofit organization that connects people with nature and science. The museum features educational, hands-on exhibits for children, families and adults.
Since 1982, the museum’s core goals are create a place for exploration, offer educational experiences, celebrate diversity, foster global environmental awareness, and collaborate with others for positive change, and uphold respect for all. The museum offers public programs such as nature explorer camps that connect children with nature.
The museum has permanent exhibits that focus on the natural history of the Santa Cruz region and the Monterey Bay. Due to the pandemic, the museum adopted changes to bring the museum to people’s homes through virtual exhibitions.
From Hilltromper Santa Cruz...
Ancient “serpent star” fossils, Amphiura sanctaecrucis, not seen in the area since the early 1900s have been unearthed in the Santa Cruz Mountains and donated to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
From California Local...
The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History has some tips on what to see in the blossoming new season, from wildflowers to migrating shorebirds to humpback whales.
Local students find Jefferson’s ground sloth fossil in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the first fossil evidence for this species reported in Santa Cruz county history.
Traces and remains of ancient creatures—from whale-ribs to a famous mastodon tooth—frequently surface on Santa Cruz beaches and in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Learning the names, habitats and behaviors of local fungi in the Santa Cruz Mountains makes this writer want to know more.
Long nights, short days—what to watch for during the darkest season
The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History offers tips for getting the most out of the coming fall season.
Ten wild things to see, from the mountains to the sea.
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Consider getting involved by volunteering your time, donating money, or both. Above you can learn about what services Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History provides to the community and easily volunteer, donate, register for services, or connect with them on social media. Visit the San Benito County Community Groups directory to see a comprehensive list of organizations on all subjects that are relevant to creating a vibrant local community.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
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