Fri, Jul 17, 2026, 9:30am - 12pm
Evergreen Volunteer Days
Join a team of amazing, weekly volunteers who help maintain one of the oldest public cemeteries in California, Evergreen Cemetery.
Past Events
Thu, Jul 16, 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Open Archives
Step into the MAH’s Archives Reading Room during our weekly Open Archives hours. Meet the archivist, see a unique item from the collection on display, and discover where Santa Cruz history is preserved.
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 6pm - 8pm
Film Screening: Koyaanisqatsi
Please join the MAH for a special film screening of Godfrey Reggio's non-narrative documentary, Koyaanisqatsi (1982).
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 12pm - 4pm
Davenport Day
A one-day community celebration taking place adjacent to Historic Davenport Jail in North County Santa Cruz.
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 9:30am - 12pm
Evergreen Volunteer Days
Join a team of amazing, weekly volunteers who help maintain one of the oldest public cemeteries in California, Evergreen Cemetery.
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Open Archives
Step into the MAH’s Archives Reading Room during our weekly Open Archives hours. Meet the archivist, see a unique item from the collection on display, and discover where Santa Cruz history is preserved.
Tue, Jul 7, 2026, 5:30pm - 7pm
Dr. Paul Koudounaris: A History of Railroad Dogs
In this illustrated lecture, Dr. Paul Koudounaris will help us relive the fascinating saga of stray dogs that would hop on and off the trains at will.
Sun, Jul 5, 2026, 5pm - 7pm
FIFA World Cup Screening: Mexico v England
Cheer on your favorite team at a game watch at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH). We’ll have complimentary popcorn (to throw at the screen?) and an art activity for all ages.
Sun, Jul 5, 2026, 1pm - 3pm
FIFA World Cup Screening: Brazil v. Norway
Cheer on your favorite team at a game watch at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH). We’ll have complimentary popcorn (to throw at the screen?) and an art activity for all ages.
Sat, Jul 4, 2026 (all day)
MAH Closed
The MAH will be closed on Saturday, July 4 for Independence Day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 11:30am - 1pm
Commitment to Community: The Enduring Legacy Walking Tour
Explore the theme of celebrating sacrifice and connect with the profound legacies of the individuals who shaped our community in this morning walking tour of historic Evergreen Cemetery!
Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 5pm - 6:30pm
Circus of the Moon Pop-Up Performance
An enchanting performance and music in the MAH Atrium with Circus of the Moon.
Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 12pm - 8pm
Free First Friday
Make the MAH your first stop this weekend with FREE First Friday.
Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 9:30am - 12pm
Evergreen Volunteer Days
Join a team of amazing, weekly volunteers who help maintain one of the oldest public cemeteries in California, Evergreen Cemetery.
Thu, Jul 2, 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Open Archives
Step into the MAH’s Archives Reading Room during our weekly Open Archives hours. Meet the archivist, see a unique item from the collection on display, and discover where Santa Cruz history is preserved.