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250th Deep Dive Tour: Headquarters of a Revolution
Oct 18 • Recurring
Entrance to the historic house is by guided tour only, and all tours are free of charge. General George Washington’s Cambridge headquarters was a testing ground for many of the ideals, institutions, and questions that still define our nation. This conversational tour explores Cambridge Headquarters as a hub of revolutionary activity, where generals, enslaved people, paid laborers, poets, Indigenous diplomats, politicians, and soldiers shaped history - and how later generations would shape its memory.
Anacostia Park Care Day
Oct 17 • Recurring
Join the Friends of Anacostia Park for their monthly park care day! You'll have the chance to clean up litter, remove invasive plants, water/mulch trees, and/or beautify this cherished park's landscape. Meet at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavilion at 10:00 AM where all supplies and instructions will be provided. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy close-toed shoes, and bring water. Sign up here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/anacostia%20park%20care%20day
Ancestral Sites Trail Guided Walk
Oct 18 • Recurring
Pecos Pueblo sits at the site of a unique ecological and cultural crossroads. Join a park ranger on this tour to learn about the Ancestral Pueblo, Spanish Colonial history, and the importance of this site to communities today. The tour begins at the visitor center and covers one mile with moderate elevation gain. Come prepared with warm clothing, water, sunscreen, and good walking shoes. Tours are free, and no registration is required.
Anza Exhibit at the Monterey History & Art Association Museum at Stanton Center
Oct 18 • Recurring
The exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Anza expedition by exploring both the expedition itself and the environment the settlers found when they arrived in Monterey. Panels discuss the founding of Monterey, early buildings and structures, the Anza expedition, and three Voyages of Discovery (La Perouse, Malaspina and Vancouver) that visited Monterey relatively soon after the settlers arrived. Reproductions of 22 drawings created by voyage artists provide a visual sense of place and time. An NPS Anza Trail poster will be displayed, and brochures and travel guides will be made available to visitors.
Archeology Talk
Oct 18 • Recurring
Learn about cultures that call this place home. Meet at the Petroglyph Panel boardwalk. Ranger program schedules are also posted on bulletin boards at the visitor center and campground. Program topics may change. Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings.
Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)
Oct 2 • Recurring
Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art. Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.
Aspet Open House
Oct 2 • Recurring
Step inside the home of Augustus and Augusta Saint-Gaudens. A docent will be available to answer questions and share history about the home, family, and Cornish Colony of artists.
Aspet Open House
Oct 3 • Recurring
Step inside the home of Augustus and Augusta Saint-Gaudens. A docent will be available to answer questions and share history about the home, family, and Cornish Colony of artists.
Aspet Open House
Oct 4 • Recurring
Step inside the home of Augustus and Augusta Saint-Gaudens. A docent will be available to answer questions and share history about the home, family, and Cornish Colony of artists.
Aspet Open House
Oct 5 • Recurring
Step inside the home of Augustus and Augusta Saint-Gaudens. A docent will be available to answer questions and share history about the home, family, and Cornish Colony of artists.
Aspet Open House
Oct 8 • Recurring
Step inside the home of Augustus and Augusta Saint-Gaudens. A docent will be available to answer questions and share history about the home, family, and Cornish Colony of artists.