The holidays have arrived in California, complete with a stellar lineup of Christmas activities that are sure to make your heart sing. Following are some of the latest Christmas events at California museums and libraries. We'll be posting more of our top picks in other categories this week!
‘Tis the Season for Science
Nov. 23-Jan. 16 at the California Academy of Sciences
The world's greenest museum is celebrating the holidays with indoor snow flurries, live reindeer and a mini-dome snow experience. Located in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, this annual holiday exhibit is a fun-filled family event, where children can learn facts about mistletoe, find out if partridges really live in pear trees and find out where cinnamon comes from. The California Academy of Sciences is located at 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. Call (415) 379-8000 or visit them online.
“an american christmas”
Nov. 18-Jan. 8 at the Reagan Library
Celebrate "an American Christmas" by viewing the library's impressive collection of 25 decorated trees highlighting American culture from the Revolutionary Era of 1700 to 2010. While you're here, don't miss the collection of hand-crafted Menorahs given to the president during his term in the White House. The Reagan Library is located at 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA. Call (805) 522-2977 or visit them online.
‘Tis the Season for Science runs through Jan. 16, 2012 in San Francisco.
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