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Talks and Workshops

Nat Talks, made possible with support from presenting sponsor The Downing Family Foundation and media partner KPBS, feature museum staff and outside experts speaking on an array of topics, including the latest in scientific research, history, conservation, and the natural world.

Upcoming Events


9th Annual State of Biodiversity: From Exploration to Conservation

Thursday, April 9, 2026 5 PM

Celebrating binational and multidisciplinary expeditions, past, present, and future with regional conservation experts.

Join us on Thursday, April 9 from 5–9 PM to celebrate binational and multidisciplinary expeditions: past, present, and future. We invite people of the Californias to use wonder, science, and exploration to exchange ideas and create conservation solutions through multinational and interdisciplinary research. Learn more.

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Past Talks

To view recorded talks and lectures, visit our YouTube playlist.