San Diego Natural History Museum

Caught on Camera

Now open

Catch a glimpse
Whale hello there

Gray whale watching season is here

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Expedition Baja

Now open

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Come In. Geek Out.

Open 10 AM-5 PM (closed Wednesdays)

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Hit the trails.

Join guided hikes with our Canyoneers

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From the Field

Read what our scientists are up to

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Masks are strongly recommended when visiting the Museum.

Films

Ocean Oasis

Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Micro Monsters

Events

29 Jan
Nature Hike: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (Coachwhip Canyon)
- Sunday, January 29, 2023 9 AM
4 Feb
Nature Hike: Black Mountain Open Space Park (Miner’s Ridge Loop)
- Saturday, February 4, 2023 9 AM
7 Feb
Resident Free Day
- Tuesday, February 7, 2023 10 AM
11 Feb
Nature Hike: Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve (Black Mountain Road Trailhead)
- Saturday, February 11, 2023 9 AM
12 Feb
Nature Hike: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (Pictograph Trail & Ghost Mountain)
- Sunday, February 12, 2023 9 AM
15 Feb
Nature Hike: Balboa Park (Florida Canyon)
- Wednesday, February 15, 2023 10 AM

Science Never Stops

Building Exhibitions, Sustainably

Four Ways to Learn About Birds This Winter

Arctic Bird Bone Found in San Diego: Here’s What It Means

New Fossil Saber-tooth Predator Described from Museum Collection

Witnessing Condor Conservation from Baja California's Tallest Peaks

Three Ways to See Wildlife After Dark

This Wild Life: Inside a Botanical Expedition to Baja California

Four Great Night Hikes in San Diego

San Diego's Rattlesnakes, and What to Do When They’re on Your Property

Four Favorite Wildflower Walks

Our Mission

To interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of Baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.