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SUMMARY:Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History Presents  “Tethered Light”  A Driftwood Sculpture Exhibition by Raphaele Cohen-Bacry On view January 21 – April 26
DESCRIPTION:The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History announces the presentation of “Tethered Light\,” a sculptural exhibition by California-based artist Raphaele Cohen-Bacry\, on view January 21 through April 26. The exhibition features a collection of sculptural works created from driftwood gathered along California’s rugged coastline. \nRooted in the landscapes and histories of California’s shores\, Tethered Light transforms weathered\, fire-marked and ocean-worn wood into expressive sculptural forms that speak to environmental change\, endurance and renewal. Many of the materials used in the exhibition were collected from beaches where wildfire-scarred trees met the sea\, carrying visible traces of both destruction and survival. \nBright marine ropes bind the sculptural elements together\, referencing the maritime traditions of the Pacific Coast — from fishing vessels and buoys to migration routes and navigation systems that have long shaped life along the water. These luminous cords contrast with the aged wood\, symbolizing the human impulse to connect\, secure and preserve in an ever-changing environment. \nSeveral pieces in the exhibition are suspended\, appearing to hover and sway in space. These floating forms suggest motion\, balance and the shifting relationship between land and sea — a reminder that California’s coastline remains in constant dialogue with wind\, water and time. \n“Tethered Light is a meditation on resilience and regeneration — sculptures shaped by the sea and bound by memory\, inviting us to reflect on our deep connection to California’s coast and the shifting balance between nature\, culture and change\,”\n— Raphaele Cohen-Bacry \nPresented at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, the exhibition aligns closely with the museum’s mission to inspire discovery and stewardship of the natural world. Through sculptural storytelling\, Tethered Light invites visitors to consider the fragile beauty of coastal ecosystems and the responsibility we share in protecting them. \nLocated on the edge of Monterey Bay\, the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History serves as a gateway to understanding the rich biodiversity and cultural history of California’s Central Coast. Tethered Light offers a contemplative artistic extension of that mission\, blending science\, environment and art into a single immersive experience. \nSpecial Event \nVirtual Artist Meet & Greet\nFebruary 22 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.\nJoin artist Raphaele Cohen-Bacry for a live virtual conversation exploring the inspirations\, materials and stories behind Tethered Light. Details and registration information will be available via the museum. \nExhibition Details \nExhibition: Tethered Light\nArtist: Raphaele Cohen-Bacry\nDates: January 21 – April 26\nVenue: Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\nWebsite / Artist Studio: Raphaele Cohen-Bacry Studio \nFor museum hours\, admission and exhibition information\, visit www.pgmuseum.org.
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LOCATION:Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, 165 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\,\, CA\, 93950
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SUMMARY:Illustrating Nature Returns to the PG Museum on May 1
DESCRIPTION:A long-standing partnership between CSU Monterey Bay and the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History continues May 1 with the 16th Annual Illustrating Nature Exhibition. Showcasing the talented work of graduates of CSUMB’s Science Illustration Program\, Illustrating Nature is a tour de force in the ways scientific illustration and art take form. Thanks to the Arts Council for Monterey County and the Monterey County Board of Supervisors\, the show will be bigger than ever\, featuring an expanded display reaching across both floors of the Museum. This year will also see the return of audience favorites\, including the artist’s field journals on display.  “Illustrating Nature is our most popular annual exhibit\,” says Maya Sosa\, the Museum’s Exhibitions Coordinator. “The art these graduates create showcases their talent and creativity and reminds us of the many ways beauty can be found in nature.”\nThe show will run from May 1 through June 7th\, with a special free opening reception at the Museum on Friday\, May 1\, from 6-8pm. The reception will feature the opportunity to meet the artists and their instructors and explore the artwork in its expanded spaces. “As with recent years\, our upcoming exhibit continues to highlight newer applications of Science Illustration\, including infographics and comics in addition to paintings and illustrations guests are used to seeing\,” says Reid Psaltis\, head of the Science Illustration Program and former graduate. “Our current group of students has worked hard to find ways of communicating the scientific subjects they’re passionate about.”\nGuests at the opening reception excited to discuss the art with the artists will have the opportunity to receive a sticker of their work. Visitors interested in more will also have plenty of opportunities to purchase\, learn about\, and create their own art over the course of the exhibition run with a variety of events including artist demonstrations from current students on 5/16 and 5/30\, classes with the Museum taught by program graduates for all skill levels\, and a special artist market on May 22 where visitors can purchase art prints\, stickers\, originals\, and more from participating graduates. “The artist market is so much fun\,” says Noelle Fletcher\, the Museum’s Marketing & Events Manager. “The students have been working all year on incredible works\, and we only get to see a subset in the show\, but the market gives an opportunity to see much more and support them as they move into this next career chapter.”\nIllustrating Nature will run May 1 through June 7 at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History. Get a sneak peek after April 10th at www.pgmuseum.org and sign up for events at www.pgmuseum.org/events. The talent will continue in June with a new exhibit in the Museum’s popular Beyond Illustrating Nature space by program graduate Amy Koehler\, also funded by the Arts Council for Monterey County and the Monterey County Board of Supervisors.
URL:https://arts4mc.org/event/illustrating-nature-returns-to-the-pg-museum-on-may-1/
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SUMMARY:Annual Walk of Remembrance Celebrates Impacts and Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Annual Walk of Remembrance Celebrates Impacts and Legacy of Fishing Village Residents & AAPI Community Members on May 9th \nPACIFIC GROVE\, Calif. — “Change Through Kindness” was always the motto of Gerry Low Sabado\, a descendant of Quock Mui\, the first Chinese woman born in California\, who spoke multiple languages including Rumsen and Ohlone\, and was a resident of the Fishing Village of Point Alones. Growing up\, Gerry didn’t know much about her family’s history until she read Chinese Gold\, a book by Santa Cruz historian Sandy Lydon\, which detailed the story of her great grandmother\, the impacts of the fishing village community on the Monterey Bay\, and their tragic dispersal in the early 1900s after being driven out of their homes due to fire and looting. Gerry\, a Monterey teacher who often worked to do good and stand up for various communities\, wanted to bring this knowledge to our community\, and approached the PG Museum in the hope that they might team up to shed light on this important history. \nTogether\, Gerry and the Museum founded the Walk of Remembrance\, which commemorates both the anniversary of the village burning down and the positive impacts the members of the Fishing Village community\, their descendants\, and the broader AAPI community have had on Monterey County and beyond. Though Gerry sadly passed away in 2021\, her legacy lives on in many ways\, including through the Quock Mui Foundation\, founded by her husband Randy and other members of her family. \n“May 16\, 2026 is the 120th anniversary of the burning of the Pt. Alones/Pt Almeas Chinese fishing village once located in Pacific Grove.” says Randy Sabado\, Chair of the Walk of Remembrance Committee and President of the Quock Mui Foundation. “Please help celebrate AAPI Heritage month by attending events that honor and remember the sacrifices and contributions that the Chinese community has made and continues to make to the Monterey Bay area.” \nThis year’s Walk of Remembrance will be held on Saturday\, May 9\, 2026. Starting at the PG Museum and ending at Hopkins Marine Station\, the walk is just under 2 miles roundtrip on a primarily flat and accessible surface. The Museum will also serve as a learning hub for anyone interested in learning more about the history of the Fishing Village and its community with an updated and expanded exhibit about the Fishing Village\, Gerry\, and the Walk. \nThe day will start at 12:00pm with a discussion in the Museum’s Bird Gallery\, followed by a Chinese lion dance at 1:00\, some brief remarks\, and the Walk itself starting around 1:45. To get more inspired and learn about this incredible history\, Chinese Gold is available for sale in the Museum store. \nUpcoming Events at the Museum: \nApril:\nGarden Work Bee: 4/4\, 10am-11am \nGarden Unveiling: 4/4\, 11am-12pm \nFree Summer Camp Preview: 4/11\, 10-11:30am \nMonarch Society Event: 4/22\, 4:30-6 \nStudent Research Symposium: 4/25\, 10am-3pm \nFamily Tidepool Bioblitz: 4/26\, 1:15-2:15pm \nMay: \nIllustrating Nature Grand Opening: 5/1\, 6-8pm \nGarden Work Bee: 5/2\, 10am-12pm \nWalk of Remembrance: 5/9\, Lion Dance followed by Walk: 1:00pm \nIllustrating Nature Artist Demonstration: 5/16\, 11am-2pm \nIllustrating Nature Artist Market: 5/22\, 6-8pm \nMember Brown Bag: A Tall Drink of Water\, Redwood Trees & Ecosystems\, 5/29\, 12:15-12:45pm \nIllustrating Nature Artist Demonstration: May 30\, 12-3pm \nScience Saturday: Discover Dinos & Fossils\, May 30\, 10am-3pm \nAbout the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History \nIn 1883\, the Museum opened its doors among the first wave of natural history museums in America. Naturalists of this era began a national tradition of hands-on science education and nature preservation\, a tradition the Museum has continued for over 140 years. The Museum’s mission is to inspire discovery\, wonder\, and stewardship of our cultural and natural world. The Museum supports conservation\, scientific literacy\, co-curation\, and deep learning towards a resilient community and sustainable future. Their work is made possible\, in part\, by the following generous donors: American Water Charitable Foundation\, City of Pacific Grove\, Community Foundation for Monterey County\, Harden Foundation\, Helen Johnson Endowment Funds\, Monterey Peninsula Foundation\, and Shelby Cullom Davis Charitable Fund. The Museum is open to the public Wednesday-Sunday\, 10am-4pm. For more information visit www.pgmuseum.org.
URL:https://arts4mc.org/event/annual-walk-of-remembrance-celebrates-impacts-and-legacy/
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SUMMARY:Night Owl Returns  Friday\, September 18\, 2026 Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
DESCRIPTION:he Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History invites the community to save the date for the return of Night Owl\, the Museum’s signature after-hours fundraising event. \nAdditional details\, including ticket information and programming highlights\, will be announced in 2026. \nMark your calendar. The night returns.
URL:https://arts4mc.org/event/night-owl-returns-friday-september-18-2026-pacific-grove-museum-of-natural-history/
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