This event is in the past.It took place on February 5, 2026 at Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.


Peer into a hidden world most people walk right past. This hands-on evening with lichen expert Ken Kellman puts you behind a dissecting microscope to unlock the surprisingly beautiful structures of these overlooked organisms. Perfect for anyone who's ever wondered what that crusty stuff on tree bark actually is.
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Naturalist Night: Lichens 101


Peer into a hidden world most people walk right past. This hands-on evening with lichen expert Ken Kellman puts you behind a dissecting microscope to unlock the surprisingly beautiful structures of these overlooked organisms. Perfect for anyone who's ever wondered what that crusty stuff on tree bark actually is.
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