The Great Plein Air Art Experience

Crystal Cove Film & Media Center Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage), Historic District, Crystal Cove State Park

Celebrate over 100 years of plein air art at Crystal Cove State Park and spend a relaxing day capturing the beauty of the Cove on canvas with the help of […]

The Great Plein Air Art Experience

Crystal Cove Film & Media Center Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage), Historic District, Crystal Cove State Park

Celebrate over 100 years of plein air art at Crystal Cove State Park and spend a relaxing day capturing the beauty of the Cove on canvas with the help of […]

Tuesdays in the Commons

Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

Stop by the Education Commons in the Crystal Cove State Park Historic District each week on Tuesday for new hands-on educational activities that will help participants learn about ongoing conservation work at the park, the critical habitats at Crystal Cove, and how it all connects with landscape scale efforts to protect and preserve the natural […]

Grunion Run

Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

This one night only event will open your eyes to the world of the grunion.  Join Conservancy and Park educators to learn about the grunion run phenomenon and the importance of coastal and ocean conservation, followed by a guided observation of the silvery fish as they emerge from the water to spawn. When: 10:30PM - […]

The Great Plein Air Art Experience

Crystal Cove Film & Media Center Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage), Historic District, Crystal Cove State Park

Celebrate over 100 years of plein air art at Crystal Cove State Park and spend a relaxing day capturing the beauty of the Cove on canvas with the help of a Crystal Cove plein air artist! No experience required; this introductory class is recommended for novices only. All supplies will be provided! Class size is […]

Movies on the Beach

Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind movie going experience at Crystal Cove State Park! Join Crystal Cove Conservancy as we take in a movie, as well as some beachy vibes and good times. Grab your friends and family, blankets and chairs, and don’t forget your favorite movie snacks as we watch movies under the stars. When: 7:30 - […]

Explore the Cove Science Hike

Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

Take a hike with a Conservancy educator to explore Crystal Cove State Park’s geological and ecological systems. Explore the impacts and challenges of climate change including fire ecology, ecological restoration, coastal engineering, and marine conservation, as well as native versus non-native species and their impact on natural communities and ecosystem functions. When: 10:30AM - 12:00PM […]

Historic District Walking Tour

Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

Historic District Walking Tours return to Crystal Cove State Park! During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators and former cottage residents, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove and the Historic District’s rescue and restoration. When: 2:00-3:00 PM Where to Meet: Visitor's Center in the Historic District What […]

The Great Plein Air Art Experience

Crystal Cove Film & Media Center Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage), Historic District, Crystal Cove State Park

Celebrate over 100 years of plein air art at Crystal Cove State Park and spend a relaxing day capturing the beauty of the Cove on canvas with the help of a Crystal Cove plein air artist! No experience required; this introductory class is recommended for novices only. All supplies will be provided! Class size is […]

Tuesdays in the Commons

Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

Stop by the Education Commons in the Crystal Cove State Park Historic District each week on Tuesday for new hands-on educational activities that will help participants learn about ongoing conservation work at the park, the critical habitats at Crystal Cove, and how it all connects with landscape scale efforts to protect and preserve the natural […]

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