4/18/2026    Old Town San Diego SHP

Rooted In History - An Earth Day Celebration for Kids

Event Title: Rooted in History

Location: Center of La Plaza de Armas

Date(s): Saturday April 18th

Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

Park Street Address: 4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110 (Click link to see parking map)

Parking: Parking at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is free.

 

What to Expect:

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park presents Rooted in History, an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ready to learn and have fun? We’re calling all kids to join us for an exciting morning filled with hands-on activities, crafts, and storytimes that introduce the native plants and pollinators that helped shape Old Town’s history. 

Grow your love of nature and dig deeper into the past at interactive stations where visitors explore why healthy ecosystems are important, plant seeds to take home, and discover simple ways families can help protect pollinators today. With creativity and plenty of opportunities to get your hands dirty, this free, family-friendly celebration is a fun way to honor Earth Day. 

 

Schedule of Events:

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Hands on Art Activites - Paper Flowers and Close Pin Butterflies

10:30 a.m. | Story Time - Wake Sleepy One: California Poppies and the Super Bloom

11 a.m. | Planting for Pollinators

12 a.m. | Junior Ranger Program (Ages 7-12) - Explore the History of the Kumeyaay

12:30 p.m. | Story Time - Senorita Mariposa

Drop in throughout the day to enjoy age appropriate activites.

 

Age Range: All kids ages 3 - 12 years old

Come Prepared: Bring sunscreen, water, and anything you might need to enjoy an afternoon in the plaza.  

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS SUPPORTS EQUAL ACCESS. PRIOR TO ARRIVAL, VISITORS WITH DISABILITIES WHO NEED ASSISTANCE SHOULD EMAIL OLDTOWN.SANDIEGO@PARKS.CA.GOV   

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**All programs and events are subject to change or cancellation at the discretion of State Parks**