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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

General Agency Information
Name: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Address: 1305 East Cliff Drive
Santa Cruz,  CA  95062
Driving Directions
Contact Information
Primary Phone: 831-420-6115
Fax: 831-420-1137
Email: info@santacruzmuseums.org
Website: http://www.santacruzmuseums.org
Hours
Days/Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Details
Description: The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History (SCMNH) has been connecting people to the wonders of nature for over 100 years. Located above Seabright Beach, the Museum highlights the region’s diverse plant, animal, and human communities from the shoreline of Monterey Bay to the summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains. We strive to fulfill our mission to connect people to nature and inspire stewardship of the natural world through an array of educational programs and exhibits focused on natural and cultural history of our region.

Admission:
$4 Adults
$2 Seniors
$2 Students
Free for Youth (under 18)
Mission: Our mission is to connect people to nature and inspire stewardship of the natural world through an array of educational programs and exhibits focused on natural and cultural history of our region.
Facilities: The Museum is a wonderful venue for your next meeting or special event. Please submit the Facility Rental Request Form and book a unique and memorable experience today.

For more information contact Community Relations Manager J.M. Brown at JM@santacruzmuseum.org or 831-420-6115, ×16.
Volunteer Info: Our Museum needs you! Volunteering your time and energy is one of the many ways you can support the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. We offer an interesting and enriching experience for all ages, talents, and skill levels.

Please visit the website or call for more information.
Publications: Quarterly newsletter
Languages other than English: Spanish
Accommodations for Disabled Persons: Wheelchair Access
Public Transportation: Available Within Four Blocks
Eligibility: Open to All
Fees: See Description Notes
Areas Served: Santa Cruz County
Physical Location: Santa Cruz
Funding Source: City Government
Varies
Subject Headings
Subject Headings: Facilities/Community Centers
Historic Preservation
History Museums
Local/Regional History Museums
Museums
Natural History Museums
Private Nonprofits
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers
This agency was last updated on April 19, 2018.