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150Anniversary

The San Diego Natural History Museum is going all out for its 150th anniversary with a summer full of fun. June events include:

• 6/8: World Oceans Day | Shell-ebrate World Oceans day and join our Whaler volunteers to learn more about the upcoming whale migration season and how to enjoy our local marine life.

• 6/9: Members Morning | Members can enjoy early access to the Museum one morning a month!

• 6/15: Snapshot Cal Coast iNaturalist Walk | Join The Nat and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to record biodiversity at Tijuana Sough National Wildlife Reserve.

• 6/20: Nat Talk: Native bees and the plants they love | Hear from Patirica Simpson and Jess Mullins about San Diego’s tiny heroes, the plants they love, and how you can support them in your backyard!

• 6/29: Garden Fair | Spend a day in The Nat’s new gardens learning about our region’s beautiful and beneficial native plants featuring community partners and conservation organizations.

• 6/30: Naturalist Day | Gamify your visit with activities offered by naturalist volunteers.

• Weekends of Wonder every weekend: From animal encounters to craft-making, enjoy hands-on activities every weekend.

• Nat at Night every Friday: Wander through all four floors, then hit the roof for a San Diego sunset and TGIF cocktail. It’s the perfect way to ease into the weekend.

Visit 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and Enjoy $4 Off Admission to The Nat Here

San Diego—The Nat’s anniversary year kicked off last Friday with the official groundbreaking of a new, native plant garden—Nature Trail at The Nat. This project is a cornerstone of the Museum’s sesquicentennial—150 years of studying, protecting, and bringing people closer to nature.

The 22,000-square-foot outdoor exhibit, scheduled to open in early summer, will introduce visitors to the beautiful and beneficial native plants that support the incredible diversity of life in our region.

“The garden will be a gift to the community that has supported us for almost 150 years, and it also marks our 150 years of commitment to nature and people in San Diego,” explained Judy Gradwohl, the Christy Walton President and CEO at the San Diego Natural History Museum. “We are delighted to welcome more biodiversity into Balboa Park, inspire visitors about water conservation, and share the importance of our region’s native plants, insects, birds, and other wildlife.”

For those who want to stay in the know on anniversary events and activities, the Museum is inviting people to visit their website, sign up for email updates, or follow them on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.

San Diego—The Nat’s anniversary year kicked off last Friday with the official groundbreaking of a new, native plant garden—Nature Trail at The Nat. This project is a cornerstone of the Museum’s sesquicentennial—150 years of studying, protecting, and bringing people closer to nature.

The 22,000-square-foot outdoor exhibit, scheduled to open in early summer, will introduce visitors to the beautiful and beneficial native plants that support the incredible diversity of life in our region.

“The garden will be a gift to the community that has supported us for almost 150 years, and it also marks our 150 years of commitment to nature and people in San Diego,” explained Judy Gradwohl, the Christy Walton President and CEO at the San Diego Natural History Museum. “We are delighted to welcome more biodiversity into Balboa Park, inspire visitors about water conservation, and share the importance of our region’s native plants, insects, birds, and other wildlife.”

For those who want to stay in the know on anniversary events and activities, the Museum is inviting people to visit their website, sign up for email updates, or follow them on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.

Summer of Wonder—With new exhibits and extended hours, a new T. rex film roaring into the theater, Nat at Night every Friday, and hands-on activities on weekends, there will be whole lot of wonderful to fill up a busy, beautiful summer.

150th Anniversary Exhibit—A new exhibition opening Memorial Day weekend will showcase important moments in the organization’s, and San Diego’s, history—particularly focused on how nature lovers have worked tirelessly to protect the wildlife and habitats that make this region so special.

Nature Garden—A new, native plant garden will bloom to life in early summer 2024, surrounding the building with living displays that provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife. This free amenity for all Balboa Park visitors is the Museum’s birthday present back to the community.

A new giant screen film—The Museum is commissioning a special film for its anniversary year. Debuting in late 2024, a brand-new, 40-minute movie will showcase a year in the life of San Diego’s spectacular flora and fauna.

Planning is underway for special Nat Talks, history-infused docent tours, a community mural featuring nature photos submitted by the public, and parties for everyone from longtime patrons to new audiences. The building itself is getting spruced up too, with updated furnishings and a new mural by artist Eva Struble in the Atrium, and new store and cafe slated to open in spring 2024.

For those who want to stay in the know on events and activities, the Museum is inviting people to visit their website,

Summer of Wonder—With new exhibits and extended hours, a new T. rex film roaring into the theater, Nat at Night every Friday, and hands-on activities on weekends, there will be whole lot of wonderful to fill up a busy, beautiful summer.

150th Anniversary Exhibit—A new exhibition opening Memorial Day weekend will showcase important moments in the organization’s, and San Diego’s, history—particularly focused on how nature lovers have worked tirelessly to protect the wildlife and habitats that make this region so special.

Nature Garden—A new, native plant garden will bloom to life in early summer 2024, surrounding the building with living displays that provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife. This free amenity for all Balboa Park visitors is the Museum’s birthday present back to the community.

A new giant screen film—The Museum is commissioning a special film for its anniversary year. Debuting in late 2024, a brand-new, 40-minute movie will showcase a year in the life of San Diego’s spectacular flora and fauna.

Planning is underway for special Nat Talks, history-infused docent tours, a community mural featuring nature photos submitted by the public, and parties for everyone from longtime patrons to new audiences. The building itself is getting spruced up too, with updated furnishings and a new mural by artist Eva Struble in the Atrium, and new store and cafe slated to open in spring 2024.

For those who want to stay in the know on events and activities, the Museum is inviting people to visit their website,