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Sep 16, 2021 – Jan 2, 2022

Ocean of Light: Submergence

Wander through an immersive and kaleidoscopic ocean of light and sound created by U.K.-based digital arts collective Squidsoup.

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Aug 6, 2021 – Jan 2, 2022

The Art of the Santa Cruz Speed Wheel

Step into the studio of legendary Santa Cruz artist Jim Phillips, creator of the iconic Screaming Hand artwork, and browse work largely unseen since 1984.

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Sat, Oct 30, 2021, 12pm - 4pm

Día de los Muertos Celebration

Join us for the Día de los Muertos community celebration of traditional music, dance, and art at Evergreen Cemetery.

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Sep 3, 2021 – Aug 21, 2022

Do You Know My Name?

Inspired by the MAH publication of the same name, uncover inspiring stories about Santa Cruz County residents from the early 20th century to the present.

Presented by The Humanities Institute at UC Santa Cruz.

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