Event

 Experience the rich heritage of Portugal by sampling regional food and drink, and by enjoying lively music and dance!

Carole Melum, a docent at the Musem of Man since 1991, will be describing the mysterious beatuy of the cave murals in Baja California on August 3rd. The cave paintings of Baja rank the finest found anywhere in the ancient world. The great mural style is found in more than 600 caves and shelters in the canyons of Baja and could date back as much as 7,500 years ago. The murals reflect a highly adapted culture that thrived in the remote and highly inhospitable landscape of our southern neighbor, Baja California. Lecture takes place in the Gill Auditorium, 4-5 p.m. FREE

Come enjoy a demonstration of miniature wargames, presented by Patrick Wells and other members of the San Diego Historical Miniature Wargamers. On the third Saturday from July through November from 11 am-2 pm, you have the opportunity to watch these beautifully crafted and painstakingly researched games in action and speak with the gamers too!

 Experience the rich heritage of Brazil by sampling regional food and drink, and by enjoying lively music and dance!

Every year, the San Diego Museum of Man honors its commitment to American Indian culture through its art market and - starting this year - a film festival. The three-day event has something for everyone: American Indian art, films, music, family activities, and cuisine.

Be transported to India on June 24th from 6:00-8:00 pm! Experience spicy curries, music and stunning dances from the world’s most multi-dimensional country with over 1 billion people representing a mélange of ethnic groups and religions. Tickets are $10 for members; $15 for military and students; $20 for non-members.

Are you interested in forensics? The Museum of Man will host activities that introduce elements of physical anthropology through a bone comparison of primates.  Examine reproduction skulls of humans and other closely related hominids. Identify different human bones and learn what they tell us about people. Visit several Museum exhibits, then move to the classroom to take measurements and interpret findings. Students will compare their hands and feet with those of gorillas as well as measure skull features to solve a fossil mystery.Science Family Day is a park-wide celebration with activities at most museums. Ages 17 and under are free with a paid adult.

Experience the Museum of Man like you’ve never seen it before! The Tower After Hours series brings flavor, passion, and fun. Families are welcome.

February 25, 2010    6:00pm - 8:00pm

NOTE: Museum will close early. Last admission 3:15pm, Museum closes 4:00pm

Bring the whole family to a celebration of music, food, and entertainment from around the globe! Create a cultural craft project in our Children’s Discovery Center or get a guided tour of our exhibits from the docents and educators of the Museum of Man. There will be plenty to experience and explore for the whole family! Call (619) 239-2001 for more information. Free for members; $5 for general public.

We will be OPEN New Years Day, January 1, 2010.