Prepare for a spooktacular night filled with thrilling activities, exciting contests, delicious treats, bewitching cocktails for the grown-ups, and more. Don’t forget to flaunt your most spine-chilling costume to win a fang-tastic prize!

Kick off your spooky season at our Friday the 13th event, where spirits flow freely-- both in your glass and around the museum! Join us for an unforgettable night of cocktails, thrilling activities, and eerie ambiance at one of the most haunted houses on the West Coast. (Tickets include 2 free drinks!) 

Hear from The Nat's Director of Research Library & Archives, Ariel Hammond. She will take guests on an exploration of our history through the items in our archives and the stories of the people who made it happen

Join us for an evening screening of Food Biographies, a documentary miniseries that delves into Baja California's rich ecosystems and culinary heritage, followed by a Nat Talk from Dr. Carolina Gutierrez—film producer and traditional food systems researcher.