Astronomy Program

Join Rangers for the first Astronomy Program of the year! Please arrive at the John Muir National Historic Site parking lot at 4202 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, where staff will guide you to the historic vineyard. Enjoy an evening of stargazing, telescope viewing, and a Ran......More

Join Rangers for the first Astronomy Program of the year! Please arrive at the John Muir National Historic Site parking lot at 4202 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, where staff will guide you to the historic vineyard. Enjoy an evening of stargazing, telescope viewing, and a Ranger‑led conversation beneath the night sky. Feel free to bring blankets or chairs, water, and a flashlight—red light preferred to protect night vision.

Reading Ranger

Join us in a storytelling at the Muir house. This will include participation, such as singing/sound effects, movements, and/or discussion.

Campfire Program

Join us at the Muir orchard for an evening of storytelling, songs, and roasting marshmallows!Details:We'll have benches but you can bring your own chair or picnic blanketBring your own chocolate and graham crackers. We'll provide marshmallows.Invite your neighbors, frie......More

Join us at the Muir orchard for an evening of storytelling, songs, and roasting marshmallows!Details:We'll have benches but you can bring your own chair or picnic blanketBring your own chocolate and graham crackers. We'll provide marshmallows.Invite your neighbors, friends, and pets to join!