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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, Santa Cruz

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  • This is an amazing museum with lots of great exhibits and a wonderful gift shop. Great hands-on activities for kids and adults. Not too large; easily done in an hour or do. There was an art show... 
    This is an amazing museum with lots of great exhibits and a wonderful gift shop. Great hands-on activities for kids and adults. Not too large; easily done in an hour or do. There was an art show...  more »
  • Enjoyable little local natural history museum. Little out of the way. We just happened on it and gave it a try. 
    Enjoyable little local natural history museum. Little out of the way. We just happened on it and gave it a try.  more »
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  • Local gem of a museum teaching about area people and natural history. Adjacent to Seabright beach so bring a picnic lunch and make a beach day of it. Outdoor amphitheater. Don’t miss the touch pool inside and life size whale replica outside. Perfect for climbing. Limited hours and street parking. Entrance fee unless a member. School groups welcome.
  • Cozy, quiet, yet kid friendly environment. Very conducive to learning through observation and light play. We will be back.

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