Scouts BSA youth are invited to earn their Oceanography Merit Badge at the Maritime Museum of San Diego by attending one of three engaging Saturday classes. Each session runs from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and scouts need only attend one class to complete the badge requirements.

This unique program gives local scouts a chance to dive deep into oceanography—right in the heart of San Diego’s waterfront. Through a dynamic mix of field work, hands-on lab activities, and thought-provoking discussion, Oceanography Merit Badge Days immerse participants in the many branches of oceanographic research.

Fashioning an Icon: Virgin of Guadalupe Imagery in Textile Design celebrates her representation on clothing and adornment. Objects range from traditional garments created by over 70 artists from Mexico, to a selection of local artistic interpretations of la Virgen. Inspired by her long history of depiction on textiles, these works explore the Virgin of Guadalupe’s endurance as an iconic cultural symbol fashioned through creative expression.

Enjoy a uniquely-San Diego experience at one of our city’s most iconic historic landmarks. Make the climb on a guided tour that highlights the origins of Balboa Park and the histories of some of the many diverse communities that call the region home. All tours culminate in breathtaking 360-degree views of San Diego from the Tower’s eighth-floor viewing deck–from the Pacific Ocean in the west to the Cuyamaca Mountains in the east, and beyond.

 Learn more about the California Tower, what to expect on a tour, and get a sneak peek of the views at CaliforniaTower.org.

Celebrate the 13th annual Mass Creativity Day at The New Children’s Museum—a free, family-friendly event that brings our community together through art, culture, and creativity. Enjoy free admission to the Museum all day, and head over to Museum Park across the street for music, movement, and hands-on art activities for all ages.

This year’s Mass Creativity theme, Rooted Futures, invites us to imagine inclusive, joyful, and just futures grounded in identity and community. We're thrilled to collaborate with LA–based artist Natalie M. Godinez (she/her) to bring this vision to life.

What to Expect:
- Live music and dance performances
- Interactive art-making activities for all ages
- Booths celebrating our 2025 community partners + more
- Food trucks featuring local favorites
- Community art displays from our May workshops