San Diego Natural History Museum

🌊 We’re excited to introduce Wild San Diego, a breathtaking new documentary that reveals the hidden wonders of our region, which is among the most biodiverse urban landscapes in the U.S.     Produced in partnership with San Diego-based DaysEdge Productions, The WNET Group, Terra Mater Studios GmbH, PBS, and CPB, this film takes you on a journey through our city’s rugged coastlines, dramatic deserts, and nearby neighborhoods, where nature and city life collide in the most spectacular ways.     Catch the premiere on PBS Nature on November 6, and then experience it on the Giant Screen right here at The Nat starting November 22.     Stay tuned for sneak peeks and get ready to explore the wild side of San Diego!     #TheNat #HereForNature #NaturePBS #Wildlife #SanDiegoWildlife #SanDiego #WildlifeDocumentary #BalboaPark #SoCal #California #Biodiversity

We are ecstatic to share that The Nat has been featured in The New York Times!     This feature highlights our future Paleo Center—a laboratory and collections space for our scientists that is also visible to museum guests. It’ll give visitors an inside look at how San Diego’s fossils make it onto our shelves. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g3KkPUFT Our sincere gratitude to reporter Michael Janofsky for the visit and lovely feature. Thank you to Toni Robin from TR/PR Public Relations and Marketing for stewarding this opportunity.   #TheNat #HereForNature #NewYorkTimes #NYTimes #MediaCoverage #Paleontology #PaleoCenter

📄 A report to help address our region’s most urgent conservation needs is now public! San Diego Collaboration for Conservation: Sustaining the Region's Legacy of Biodiversity Conservation was developed in collaboration with San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), The Nonprofit Institute, and community members throughout the binational region. To view the report, visit https://lnkd.in/gYGfBgNC #TheNat #HereForNature #Collaboration #SanDiego #KumeyaayLand #Conservation #Biodiversity #BiodiversityConservation

Prop 4 helps California shift from disaster response to disaster prevention! #YesonProp4 protects our communities from frequent devastating climate disasters. #YesonProp4 protects the: 🛶 rivers 🌀 streams 🌊 coasts 🌲 forests 🐻 & wildlife that make California so special! Join the movement at: yesonprop4ca.com #TheNat #HereForNature #Prop4 #YesOnProp4 #Vote #California #Conservation #DisasterPrevention

"It has never been more important to care for the nature that provides us health and inspiration and continue to actively preserve nature in our region," share civic leader Mary Walshok and San Diego Natural History Museum's Board Chair Andrew Garman in their recent op-ed. The feature is one of three recent opinion-editorial pieces in the San Diego Union-Tribune celebrating The Nat's 150th anniversary, and highlights San Diego’s culture around nature and good health. Enjoy the full article here: https://bit.ly/3YhpsW2 #TheNat #HereForNature #OpEd #SanDiegoUnionTribune #Museum #NaturalHistory

We are so happy to see our 150th anniversary featured on the cover of the Arts and Culture section in The San Diego Union-Tribune!  Founded in 1874 by a small group of community scientists, the Museum has now become a hub for collaboration and partnerships, public engagement, and conservation science.     Thank you to the The San Diego Union-Tribune for capturing our history and essence so beautifully. After 150 years of studying and protecting nature, we look forward to continuing our legacy of environmental stewardship alongside all of you. Full article: https://lnkd.in/gBKKgYAy #TheNat #HereForNature #Anniversary #NewsFeature #PaleoCenter #Paleontology #NaturalHistory #Museum 

This month officially marks our anniversary! 🦋 From saving Torrey Pines to hosting moth-lighting parties, we’ve been inspiring curiosity and deepening our understanding of the natural world for 150 years. Now, we need YOU to help us kick off the next 150 years. Our birthday wish? That 150 friends like you help us raise $50,000 by Giving Day on October 19! Here’s how you can get involved: 💚 Donate now through October 19—Your gift supports new exhibits, community programs, and conservation efforts that keep The Nat thriving. 🏛️ Spread the word—Become a Fundraiser! The top three fundraisers win a special invite to Java with Judy, a coffee date with our CEO, Judy Gradwohl. Your support keeps us going strong for the next 150 years. Together, we can continue to inspire more people to explore, protect, and love this amazing place we call home. Donate here: https://bit.ly/3N96mv9 #TheNat #HereForNature #Since1874 #NaturalHistoryMuseum #BalboaPark #SanDiegoNaturalHistoryMuseum #SanDiegoMuseum

Don’t miss the party of the century! Secure your spot by Sunday, 9/15, for the most unusually fun bash of the last 150 years. Here’s what’s in store: 🍷 Open lounge seating across all 4 floors of the Museum (plus the rooftop!) 🍽️ Culinary creations from Juniper and Ivy, Rancho La Puerta, TRUST Restaurant Group, VALLE, and a vegan grazing table by Olivewood Gardens 🍰 Dessert stations for your sweet tooth from Sugar Kiln, Sweet Petite Confections, and Hatsuzakura 📸 Step into the Glam Booth for a photoshoot 🎶 Live music from artists on both sides of the border ✨ Silent auction featuring trips to the Galápagos, a private in-home wine tasting for 12, and more 🔬 Scientist meet-and-greets Tickets start at $395 and include all food, drinks, and entertainment. All proceeds support our conservation and environmental education programs. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥂 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/463AzEj #TheNat #HereForNature #SanDiegoFundraiser #VisitSanDiego #VisitSD #SanDiegoNaturalHistoryMuseum #NaturalHistoryMuseum #BalboaPark

Our skeleton crew is growing! This just in: We’ll have two exciting new additions coming to our Atrium this October, just in time for our 150th anniversary. Get ready to check out the all-new Gold Leaf gift store and indulge in delicious bites from The Craft Taco! ✨ Gold Leaf at The Nat: Your favorite South Park shop is expanding to The Nat! Find a curated selection of nature-inspired gifts, sustainable products, and fun crafts for kids—all with a unique twist that celebrates the beauty of Southern California. 🌮 The Craft Taco at The Nat: Satisfy your cravings with made-to-order tacos, burritos, and bowls, along with prepared, grab-and-go food options like pollo asado bowls and torta sandwiches. They will also offer coffee beans from Talitha Coffee Roasters and specialty drinks. We can’t wait to welcome these amazing local business owners into the Museum. See y’all this October! Read more about it here: https://bit.ly/3XrWSRr #TheNat #HereForNature #GoldLeaf #CraftTaco #VisitSanDiego

Ready to explore Baja California’s ecosystems and culinary heritage? 🌊🍴 On 9/17, we will be screening the documentary miniseries Food Biographies! You will see the stories of gatherers, hunters, farmers, and fishermen as Food Biographies show the connections between people, the landscapes that sustain them, and the region’s culinary traditions. Following the screening, you will have the chance to hear from Dr. Carolina Guitierrez—the film producer and traditional food systems researcher. She will share the process behind making the films and open the floor to the audience to ask questions about the culinary landscapes of Baja California. The film will be in Spanish with English subtitles, and the talk will be hosted in English. Tickets are$15 for non-members and $12 for members! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dKyQPmdj #TheNat #HereForNature #BajaCalifornia #VisitSD #VisitSanDiego #SanDiegoFoodie #SanDiegoFood #SanDiegoThingsToDo #FoodBiographies #BajaCaliforniaFood