Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
This exhibition will feature master shaper, Bob Pearson's precisely fashioned replicas of redwood o'lo boards first created by the princes in 1885 and ridden at the mouth of the San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz. David Kawananakoa, Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana’ole, and Edward Keliiahonui were grandsons of Kauikeaouli (Kamehameha III) and were part of a prominent […]
Roaring camp will be open to the public for viewing of the California Blacksmith Association as they demonstrate how they push the boundaries of hot metal and bring ancient techniques to life. While it is free to go view the talent and dedication of these smithies, you will be hard pressed to pass up a […]
In 2023, some atmospheric rivers caused damage to West Cliff Drive. Tourists wanting to see the beauty of this drive have been navigating a detour for the last two years. The detour is now gone, West Cliff Drive is restored, and you are here to enjoy the celebration! There will be live music, food trucks, […]
This 90-minute tour is led by State Park docents who will share the history of the Castro family, and the two-story adobe hacienda built over 170 years ago. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon touring Rancho San Andres Castro Adobe State Historic Property in Watsonville CA. Learn about the Vaquero culture and living during the Mexican Rancho […]
Learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk on a 0.6 mile, flat and easy trail designed for all ages. They will be covering the cultural history of this unique area including indigenous […]
Dorothy Alden Becker, featured in the current display honoring Santa Cruz as the birthplace of surfing in the lower 48, was a champion swimmer and one of the first women to pioneer surfing in mainland USA. Dorothy's grandson, Ed Guzman will be discussing his grandma with Bob Pearson who collaborated on the surfing exhibition. They […]
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Event is free, day-use parking fee is $10.
Bring your friends, family and neighbors and come out to enjoy good old-fashioned activities such as spinning wool, cheese making, wooden cow milking and ice cream making! You can even drive a tractor and go on a hayride. Local Santa Cruz County 4-H clubs will be hosting their Annual Spring Fair. This action-packed day is […]
Head to Woodhouse Brews for a day full of cultura, sabor, and joy! There will be local arts vendors, live music and dance, and flavors from across Latin America for a vibrant celebration of roots and rhythms. Whether you are going with family, friends, or flying solo, there will be something for everyone with activities […]
The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) is the only UC campus with a foundry. This Green Lab Certified feature of the UC system was created by UC Santa Cruz Professor Emeritus Doyle Foreman more than 50 years ago. Join Doyle Foreman for a talk with the artist as part of the Mary Porter Sesnon […]
The Watsonville Film Festival promotes Latin and indigenous cultural traditions with free events for the community throughout the year.
