Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum Programs
Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt, 1242 G St, Arcata, CA 95521
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Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum Youth Programs are part of the Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum, which offers collections, exhibits, and programs connected to the dynamic natural world. The museum also includes a store with items such as moon telescopes, solar paper, microscopes, models, science kits, insect magnifiers, identification guides, fish fossils, shark teeth, dinosaur bones, and dinosaur replicas.
• Price: Adult $6; Child $3; Child under 3 FREE; Student $3; Senior $3; Family $15 (2 adults and 4 children); Members FREE
The mission of the Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum, through its collections, exhibits, and programs, is to inspire an understanding and appreciation of the dynamic natural world. The museum states that by exploring the museum, visitors are encouraged to explore other places in northwest California. The museum also provides a learning laboratory for Cal Poly Humboldt students and regional K–12 students and teachers. The leadership team includes Director Julie Van Sickle, Assistant Manager Melinda Bailey, Scientific Adviser/Director Emeritus Jeffrey White, Education Coordinator Holly Couling, Project Coordinator Lila Glansberg, Outreach Organizer Vanessa Blot, Membership/Arts Organizer Erielle Laniewski, and Curator Emeritus Rich Paselk. Memberships include free admission, 10% off Museum Store purchases, discounts on programs, and invitations to member events.
Last updated April 4, 2026.
• Price: Adult $6; Child $3; Child under 3 FREE; Student $3; Senior $3; Family $15 (2 adults and 4 children); Members FREE
The mission of the Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum, through its collections, exhibits, and programs, is to inspire an understanding and appreciation of the dynamic natural world. The museum states that by exploring the museum, visitors are encouraged to explore other places in northwest California. The museum also provides a learning laboratory for Cal Poly Humboldt students and regional K–12 students and teachers. The leadership team includes Director Julie Van Sickle, Assistant Manager Melinda Bailey, Scientific Adviser/Director Emeritus Jeffrey White, Education Coordinator Holly Couling, Project Coordinator Lila Glansberg, Outreach Organizer Vanessa Blot, Membership/Arts Organizer Erielle Laniewski, and Curator Emeritus Rich Paselk. Memberships include free admission, 10% off Museum Store purchases, discounts on programs, and invitations to member events.
Last updated April 4, 2026.
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