There will be free admission all day at the Museum of Natural History for the annual Laura Hecox Day. Celebrate the pioneering lighthouse keeper, naturalist, and Museum founder. Born in 1854 and raised in the original Santa Cruz lighthouse, she spent her childhood exploring the tidepools and trails of our region. Laura curated a natural history collection that became the foundation of Santa Cruz’s first museum and still serves our community after 119 years.
Go learn about the Museum’s rich cultural and natural history, engage in arts, crafts, and games for kids, & get your hands dirty helping with the Pilkington Creek Restoration project!
