The Big Exchange 2023
MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS BENEFITS!
Get ready for BIG FUN during The Big Exchange coming May 1 – 18, 2023. It’s EASY! Just use your museum membership card to visit more than 40 participating museums for FREE.
The Big Exchange gives members of participating organizations reciprocal admission at more than 40 museums, historic sites, gardens, and more throughout San Diego County. Show your current membership card and get free entry to the organizations listed below.
It’s not too late to join in on the fun! Become a member of the Living Coast today and take part in the 2023 Big Exchange.
Download a Guide to All the Participating Museums Here!
Simply head to your favorite participating museum, tell your guest services representative that you are there for “The Big Exchange,” then show your member card from any participating museum for complimentary reciprocal admission. Maximum of four people per membership.
Each membership is reciprocal per guest or membership status. For example, a single membership would enjoy similar access for one attendee at a participating museum. A family membership might enjoy entrance for up to four guests at another participating museum. *Balboa Park Explorer pass holders are not included in this program. Only for general admission, cannot be combined with other offers, does not include special events, children must be accompanied by an adult, call museum for restrictions.
Become a member of your favorite local museum or renew your current membership now.
The Big Exchange 2023 will run May 1 -18.
Calendar of Events
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4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Vermicomposting Workshop
Vermicomposting Workshop
Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! This class is included with admission. Chula Vista residents can receive
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
5 events,
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y dorado, el águila real! Estas presentaciones bilingües de animales ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. ___________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend
Learn more »
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
¡Acompáñenos todos los sábados a explorar el sendero de la marisma de Sweetwater en el refugio silvestre nacional de la bahía de San Diego! Aprenderemos sobre la historia de la marisma de Sweetwater, el ecosistema de la marisma salada, y las plantas y vida silvestre que prospera en este espacio protegido. Mochilas con actividades divertidas, incluyendo
Learn more »
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
Learn more »
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
Trail to Bay: Grasslands Loop Bat Hike
Trail to Bay: Grasslands Loop Bat Hike
Join us for an evening hike as we explore the Grasslands loop trail and search for local bat species! Located within the Mission Trails Regional Park, this trail showcases the native wildlife that can be found in the diverse grasslands habitat here in San Diego County. We will have the opportunity to search for traces
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4 events,
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Únase a nosotros en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y Dorado, el águila real! Las presentaciones de animales bilingües se realizan el primer fin de semana del mes a las 10:30! ________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal
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Taller de Compostaje Bilingüe
Taller de Compostaje Bilingüe
Ofrecido en inglés y español el primer domingo de cada mes a las 11:30am. La composta convierte desechos orgánicos que terminaría en la basura en tierra rica en nutrientes. Reduzca su huella de carbón, desvíe residuo, y mejore su jardín con una sola solución. Acompáñenos a uno de nuestros talleres de 1 hora para comenzar
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Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
Learn more »
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
5 events,
Bat Appreciation Day Celebration
Join us on April 13 & 14 to celebrate International Bat Appreciation Day with educational Discovery Tables, arts & crafts, and animal encounters! International Bat Appreciation Day is April 17. This holiday reminds us of the vital role that bats play in our daily lives. Did you know that plants such as bananas, mangoes, cashews,
Learn more »
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
6 events,
Team Up to Clean Up: Pepper Park
Team Up to Clean Up: Pepper Park
Join us for a Team Up to Clean Up event at Pepper Park and help us protect and care for our coastal environment! Participants will pick up trash throughout the park and around the National City Boat Launch, try to spot wildlife near the Sweetwater Channel, and learn how we can all make a difference
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Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration
Join us in celebrating Earth Day at the Living Coast Discovery Center, where you can find educational Discovery Tables, arts and crafts, and animal encounters! All activities are included with admission.
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration
Join us in celebrating Earth Day at the Living Coast Discovery Center, where you can find educational Discovery Tables, arts and crafts, and animal encounters! All activities are included with admission.
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
5 events,
CLOSING AT 3 PM
CLOSING AT 3 PM
The Living Coast Discovery Center will be closing at 3 PM on Saturday, April 27. We will resume normal business hours on Sunday, April 28 at 10 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Vermicomposting Workshop
Vermicomposting Workshop
Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! This class is included with admission. Chula Vista residents can receive
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y dorado, el águila real! Estas presentaciones bilingües de animales ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. ___________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend
Learn more »
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
¡Acompáñenos todos los sábados a explorar el sendero de la marisma de Sweetwater en el refugio silvestre nacional de la bahía de San Diego! Aprenderemos sobre la historia de la marisma de Sweetwater, el ecosistema de la marisma salada, y las plantas y vida silvestre que prospera en este espacio protegido. Mochilas con actividades divertidas, incluyendo
Learn more »
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
Learn more »
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
