History Explorers: Kate Sessions
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Become a History Explorer! Engage in free hands-on activities and examine historical items up close with the San Diego History Center.
Families welcome to drop in anytime between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day Weekend with us!
Learn about Kate Sessions, the “Mother of Balboa Park”, through free, hands-on activities, including decorating flower pots.
A trailblazing horticulturist, Kate Sessions transformed San Diego’s landscape by introducing thousands of trees and plants — shaping the beauty of Balboa Park we love today.
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San Diego History Center
The San Diego History Center, located in the heart of Balboa Park, is the headquarters of the San Diego Historical Society. Here you will not only find a collection of intriguing exhibitions that chronicle San Diego’s diverse history, but also a Research Library. This is home to over 45 million pieces of paper and 2.5 million images that document the people, places and events of San Diego’s past. In addition to the exhibitions at the Museum of San Diego History, the museum also presents a number of public programs including lectures, workshops and educational programs. The Museum of San Diego History is FREE every second Tuesday of the month. See the full Free Tuesday schedule here. Admission $10 Adults $8 Seniors (65+), Students and Military (I.D. required) $6 Children ages 6-17 Free Children under 6 San Diego History Center members receive unlimited free admission.