Over 20,000 gray whales migrate annually from the summer feeding grounds in the Bering Sea, to the winter grounds of the Baja California lagoons, and back again, along the Southern California coast.

For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

One of downtown SD's most notorious dining destinations, Searsucker San Diego, and the first urban destination distillery in California, You & Yours, are collaborating to bring you an exclusive, intimate evening of food, drink & pairing education.

Get ready for a marvelous night of inventive craft cocktails from You & Yours, expertly paired with a delicious 5-course dinner from Searsucker featuring signature dishes like grilled octopus with cucumber, avocado & chili, pan-seared salmon with brussels, pomegranate & cider vinegar-caramelized maple syrup, and the insta-worthy 40oz. tomahawk ribeye.

Hosted in downtown Searsucker's intimate speakeasy private dining room, spots are guaranteed to fill up fast--grab your tickets before they sell out!

(Hint -- tickets make for an excellent Valentine's Day gift!)

The Nat offers a program for the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) community: ASD Mornings.
This event occurs every second Sunday of the month at 9 AM (one hour earlier than normal
hours). The Museum opens early for adults and children on the autism spectrum and their
families, friends, and caregivers. This innovative program encourages a comfortable space for
individuals to explore, play, and discover the treasures at The Nat.
The Museum also offers a “quiet room” from 9 AM to noon if visitors need a quiet space to
decompress or desensitize.