Sun, Aug 16, 2026, 2pm - 6pm
The Olive Tree: A Santa Cruz Poetry Open Mic
A monthly public gathering space that honors the deeply rooted tradition of spoken word poetry that has been practiced in Santa Cruz for many decades.
MAH Events
This Week
Thu, Aug 20, 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.
Fri, Aug 21, 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.
Sat, Aug 22, 2026 (all day)
MAH Early Closure
The MAH will be closing early today at 3pm for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience!
Aug 23 - Aug 29
Thu, Aug 27, 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.
Thu, Aug 27, 2026, 4pm - 5:30pm
Yappy Hours @ the MAH
Join us in the Kincentricity Garden for happy hour with Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter. Visit with the dogs up for adoption, enjoy canine themed cocktails, and engage in some pup-centered activities!
Fri, Aug 28, 2026, 8:30am - 10am
CreativeMornings Santa Cruz
Join CreativeMornings Santa Cruz at the MAH for a free monthly breakfast lecture series. Connect with local creatives, enjoy coffee and pastries, and hear inspiring talks from innovative thinkers in Santa Cruz.
Fri, Aug 28, 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.
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 (all day)
MAH Early Closure
The MAH will be closing early today at 3pm for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience!
Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 12pm - 3pm
A Day of Awe at Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Get access to park interpreters, art making materials, historical background on Big Basin + Davenport, and an awe-inspiring day in nature.
Aug 30 - Sep 5
Sun, Aug 30, 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Rite Life – A Writing Group Amongst the Dead
A monthly series of writing workshops in Evergreen Cemetery, facilitated by local poet Gabriel Kittle-Cervine.
Mon, Aug 31, 2026, 10am - 11am
Coffee with the Curators
Join MAH curators for coffee and a special look at the new exhibition, Santa Cruz Guitar Company: The First 50 Years.
Thu, Sep 3, 2026 (all day)
MAH Early Closure
The MAH will be closing early today at 6pm for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience!
Thu, Sep 3, 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.
Fri, Sep 4, 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.
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 12pm - 8pm
Free First Friday
Make the MAH your first stop this weekend with FREE First Friday.