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Interview with Museum of Man CEO
The Voice of San Diego conducted an intimate interview with the Museum of Man's new director, Dr. Micah Parzen. Read what he has to say about mummies, skateboards, and the Plaza de Panama project. Click here for the story.
Veterans Musuem Honors Soldiers with Full Military Funeral
The Veterans Museum and Memorial Center was recently highlighted in the San Diego Union-Tribune for it's efforts to honor homeless veterans or other veterans without next of kin who pass away with a full military funeral. Read more here.
'Chief Fossil' Brings SDNHM Back to Life
When Michael “Mick” Hager took over the San Diego Natural History Museum in 1991, one of the West’s three oldest scientific institutions was mired in “years of malaise,” as one headline said at the time. Deep in debt and spinning from a carousel of managers, the museum’s future was unclear.
Read more on the U-T's website
BPCP's 2015 Planning Event
The Cultural Partnership hosted a planning event for the Balboa Park 2015 centennial celebration on January 19 & 20. The session, called "sPARKs," featured the creative output from 70 planners representing a diverse collaboration from both the Park and the San Diego community.
A Sustainable Living House Exhibit in Balboa Park
Submitted by Jessica on Fri, 01/13/2012 - 10:46am
What is the Living House Exhibit?
San Diego Regional Sustainability Partnership (SDRSP) a local nonprofit, has proposed a futuristic, sustainable Living House Exhibit for Balboa Park’s 2015 Centennial Celebration in partnership with the Japanese Friendship Garden and the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership’s Sustainability Program.
"The Time to Make a Difference Has Come"
2011 Balboa Park Highlights
Submitted by amanda on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 2:09pmThe Balboa Park Learning Institute would like to highlight the 2011 accomplishments of Balboa Park’s institutions and professionals.
$4 Million in Energy Effiency is Underway in Balboa Park
Submitted by Jessica on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 12:48pmAs we come to a close of 2011, we are proud to announce Balboa Park energy efficiency projects are on target and currently $4 million in projects are underway. In 2010, The Balboa Park Partnership (the Partnership) was awarded $2 million of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) to implement energy efficiency projects in Balboa Park institutions.
Balboa Park Sustainability Walk-About is a Success
Submitted by Jessica on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 1:27pmOn November 15, the Sustainability Program hosted the Balboa Park Sustainability Walk-About. Local leaders in environmental studies got a first hand look at the sustainable practices and ambitions of 5 museums, including the Park’s two LEED certified buildings: San Diego Natural History Museum and Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. The purpose of this series is to expand community awareness of the value of energy efficiency and sustainability practices, while showcasing the amazing institutions of Balboa Park.