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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is a natural history & natural science museum in Santa Cruz, California. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?

The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is one of the earliest museums in the state of California. Founded from the Laura Hecox collection in 1905, the museum's collections grew extensively throughout the years, acquiring a number of Native American and archaeological artifacts, as well as natural history specimens. Currently, the museum is housed in a Carnegie Library, named after the Carnegie philanthropic foundation that funded the construction of the library in 1915.

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Museum details

Name
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Type
Natural History & Natural Science Museum
City
Santa Cruz
State
California
Website
http://santacruzmuseum.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8400600089
Coordinates
36.96436, -122.00979
What kind of museum is Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is classified as a natural history & natural science museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more natural history & natural science museums →

Where is Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History located?

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is located in Santa Cruz, California at approximately 36.96436, -122.00979. See the map above.

Does Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://santacruzmuseum.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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