Join us for a fantastic evening telling the stories of the women who shaped, and saved, the Central Coast! We’ll hear from the wonderful Kathryn McKenzie and Dr. Stephen Palumbi about women politicians, scientists, and changemakers who made this special place what it is today, both in habitats and people. Topics include Julia Platt, PG’s first woman mayor and the reason behind much of our marine conservation work, Minnie Coyle, Monterey's first and only woman mayor, Ruth Andresen, a tireless volunteer and activist in Salinas, and Julie Packard, founder of the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

With a generous sponsorship by Hops & Fog and a look into the deep history of women’s impacts on our county, the night should be a fun one and audiences should leave feeling knowledgeable and energized!

Details
Cost: $15 for Museum Members, $25 General, Students free to listen to the talk with a valid ID shown at the door
Registration: Required as space is limited
Location: At the Museum
What to Expect: Your ticket grants you entry to the talk as well as a drink ticket and snack selection. Doors will open at 5:15 and will close at 6:10pm.
Accessibility: The Museum and facilities are fully accessible, and hosts will be mic’d for ease of hearing.
Duration: 2 hours

This First Friday we’ll be open for a meet and greet with the artist behind our latest pop-up exhibit Lynn Butler. Swing by and enjoy a nice evening with light snacks and a chance to discuss Lynn’s art with her!

Details
Cost: Free!
Registration: Not required
Location: At the Museum
Age Range: All ages
What to Expect: The Museum will be open during this time for no charge and Lynn will be available for people to see her work and discuss it with her.
Accessibility: The Museum is an accessible space and welcomes all members of our community excited to learn and explore respectfully.
Duration: 2 hours

Join the Master Gardeners to learn about native plant gardening while helping the Museum. This is a free, family-friendly event. Supplies provided.

Join us for a special afternoon with a panel of incredible women in science and STEAM! Our panel will discuss their journeys into their respective fields and answer moderator and audience questions while everyone enjoys tea and light snacks. This will be a wonderful celebration of the work of women leading in their respective fields, and everyone who wants to listen, learn, and enjoy is very welcome.
Our fantastic panel consists of:
Dr. Adina Abeles, Senior Staff Research Scientist, Biohub and Research Fellow, Politics and Social Change Lab, Stanford University
Sophie De Beukelaer, National Permit Coordinator, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Erin E. Hunter, Science Illustrator & Fine Artist
Dr. Kristen Maitland, Senior Program Manager, Biohub, and Adjunct Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University
Franca Surprenant, Associate Scientist, Ohalo Genetics

Details
Cost: $10 for Museum Members, $15 General, $5 Student Grade 6-12
Registration: Required as space is limited
Location: At the Museum
Age Range: 11 and above
What to Expect: The afternoon will begin with tea and snacks, followed by an introduction of speakers and an opportunity to hear what they do and how they got there, followed by time for audience questions. Cute hats and tea attire is fun but not required!
Accessibility: Pathways and tables will be fully accessible.
Duration: 1.5 hours

Learn more about the meeting from the CVGMS website.

Just for members, we’re having a special talk all about the stinky, cute, and incredible skunk species of Monterey County! Join us for a special short talk with cookies and learn some fun new things!

Join the Master Gardeners to learn about native plant gardening while helping the Museum. This is a free, family-friendly event. Supplies provided.

Come see all of the new exhibits in the garden and hear about how they are being integrated into museum education and public programs. This event is free with Museum admission. No registration is required.

New camp families can join us for a special preview full of fun for the whole family! Camp Preview Time is a chance for families who are new to our camps or want to learn more about our offerings. This can help prepare kids for camp, help siblings feel included, and inform parents of what to expect. Register to attend this free event and experience a sampling of life at camp, plus a whole lot of fun.

Already know you want to participate in our camps, go straight to our registration page. Family Members and above can sign up on Friday, February 13, and registration is open for everyone on Friday, February 27.

Details
Cost: Free
Registration: Required so we can prepare supplies for everyone; limit is 30 families.
Location: At the Museum
Age Range: Ages K-5, adults must accompany children
What to Expect: A fun sampling of camp activities that our K-5 campers get to experience during the summer. Families will enjoy circle time, games, science, and the opportunity to connect with other camp families and friends.
Accessibility: The Museum is an accessible space and welcomes everyone excited to learn. If any participants have additional needs, we are happy to help. Please reach out to education@pgmuseum.org and let us know how we can make your day feel fun and accessible.
Duration: 1.5 hours (10:00 - 11:30 am)

The final day to see Tethered Light, a beautiful sculptural exhibition by artist Raphaele Cohen-Bacry before it returns to Los Angeles.

Everyone’s favorite exhibit returns on May 1! Join us for a special night celebrating science illustration and the incredible artists who create it with the graduating class of CSUMB’s Science Illustration program! Enjoy the art, meet the artists, and come back throughout the month for fun events combining science and art including:

• An artist market with the featured artists on 5/22

• Artist demos on 5/16 & 30

• Art workshops with wonderful program alumni

Details
Cost: Free
Time: 6-8pm
Doors Open: 6pm
Registration: Not required
Location: Full museum, art in the Bird Gallery and upstairs
Age Range: All ages, children under 15 must be accompanied at all times by an adult
What to Expect: A fantastic night with beautiful art
Accessibility: The Museum is an accessible space with elevators to reach the art on the second floors.
Duration: 2 hours

Join the Master Gardeners to learn about native plant gardening while helping the Museum. This is a free, family-friendly event. Supplies provided.

Join us as we honor the stories past and present of the Fishing Village at Point Alones and the people who called it home. The Walk of Remembrance celebrates the impact of the villagers, their descendants, and their deep histories and wonderful impact on Monterey County and beyond. We hope you’ll come and walk with us on this special day!

Join the Master Gardeners to learn about native plant gardening while helping the Museum. This is a free, family-friendly event. Supplies provided.

Take a deep dive into great white sharks with Dr. Barbara Block and her team Monterey Bay White Sharks out of Hopkins University! Dr. Block has worked with filmmakers to create an incredible new short documentary that will be shown as well as discussions and insights with audience Q&A to create a memorable night. Participants will leave with new knowledge about this important species. Featured speakers will include Dr. Block, a pioneer in shark research, renowned marine biologist Dr. Dan Costa, and award-winning filmmaker Kip Evans, all of whom have a deep knowledge and fascination with great white sharks and the roles they play in their ecosystems.

Some details:

Your ticket entitles you to entry to the event, participation in the happy half-hour with one drink and food selection, and a seat in the lecture.
Students up the undergraduate level may come to the lecture for free with a valid student ID and pay a reduced price if they’d like to join the happy half-hour with drinks and food.

Ticket Pricing:
General: $25
Museum Member: $10 special price in the month of March!
Student: Up to undergrads free with valid ID

We’ll be opening our doors at 5:20. The Pebble Beach Pro-Am was pushed forward by two weeks this year, so please give yourself ample time for parking and getting to the Museum before 6pm for the start of the talk.

Please note: This talk was scheduled before the tragic passing of Erica Fox. Erica was a wonderful member of our community, and we pay deep respect to her memory and legacy when discussing these animals and our marine ecosystems.

Save the date for our FUNdraiser … Night Owl!

Join us on Halloween for a spine-chilling Science Saturday dedicated to exploring the spooky and creepy aspects of nature. Discover the eerie world of nocturnal creatures as we delve into the lives of bats, owls, and other mysterious animals that thrive in the darkness. Learn about the fascinating adaptations of these creatures and the myths that surround them. Engage in activities that highlight the unsettling beauty of nature, from the life cycles of creepy crawlies to the intriguing yet macabre role of scavengers in the ecosystem. Embrace the thrill of the unknown as we uncover the natural wonders that give rise to our greatest fears and inspire our most fantastical tales. This free, family-friendly event includes free admission to the Museum and runs from 10 am - 3 pm,