Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Harvey Baker House

1st Mayor's House 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

Salinas' first mayor's home has been preserved and is available to the public. Knowledgeable docents are on hand to help you rediscover many interesting aspects of local history. But only on the first Saturday of each month. More info at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Natural Wonderland (Art experience)

Monterey Museum of Art 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, United States

A family art activity involving the natural world, trained artists, and your family. The artists will help you and your children use natural materials in creating lovely works which express, and maybe inspire, a connection to the world around us.  For more details go to http://www.montereyart.org

Wharf Walks

Fisherman's Wharf Monterey, CA, United States

Local historian, Tim Thomas takes you on a trip  through the history of Monterey by way of the wharf and the shoreline, from the Native peoples to the current post cannery era. On the first Sunday of each month he meets with folks like you and takes them into the area's past for two hours […]

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

Buffalo Soldiers

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Described by some as the first Park Rangers these men were recruited From the ranks of freemen and former slaves to augment the rapid westward expansion of the United States. Along the way they were stationed in what became national parks. The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History has an exhibit on this little […]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

Leo Kottke

Rio Theater 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Guitarist without peer for many years, Mr. Kottke has a reputation as a guitarist's guitarist. But those of you who recognized his name already knew that. If he is unfamiliar, then get yourself out to the Rio Theatre on February 11th and be prepared to have your ears opened. More info at http://www,riotheatre.com

Painting Demo W/ Elizabeth Barlow

Monterey Museum of Art 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, United States

Ms. Barlow's technique enlivens and illuminates her paintings of flowers. And she is here to share that technique with you. All you do is show up and be receptive. Check out her work and get more details at http://www.montereyart.org