[Photo credit: Southern California Children’s Museum]
At the heart of the event is the Washingtonia filifera, commonly known as the California fan palm—the only palm species indigenous to the state.
Through interactive storytelling, arts and crafts, games, and scavenger hunts, children will delve into the significance of this towering desert sentinel, whose fan-shaped leaves have shaded generations of desert dwellers. The program aims to foster a hands-on appreciation for California’s unique ecology, blending environmental awareness with engaging play.
Presented by the Southern California Children’s Museum, a Pasadena-based nonprofit committed to experiential learning, Wild California Explorers is designed for children 10 and under, offering a chance to see history and nature through an interactive lens. “Learn more about our amazing state and its important people in history,” the museum invites, promising a morning and afternoon filled with exploration.
With its engaging format, the event underscores the importance of play in education, allowing children to uncover the layers of California’s story—one palm frond, one scavenger clue at a time.
Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91101. (626) 657-0357. socalkids.org.
