The magic of John Muir lives today in our public parklands and wilderness areas, the orchards and vineyards of Contra Costa County, sunsets atop Mt. Wanda, and in writings and teachings that spread the word about nature and our place in it.
John Muir Birthday–Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 20th, 2013
John Muir National Historic Site
Keynote Speaker Gary Bogue Former Pet and Wildlife Columnist, Contra Costa Times and other Bay Area News Group papers
& Curator Emeritus, Lindsay Wildlife Museum
We will also present our 35th annual John Muir Conservation Awards to the 2012 recipients
John Muir inspired people all over the world to “keep close to nature’s heart.” In this spirit, we celebrate John Muir’s April 21st birthday at his former home, along with Earth Day, which brings us closer to knowing our planet and practical ways to help it thrive.
Bring the family for fun-filled activities and entertainment:
More than 50 exhibitors with something for everyone
Live music
Recycled Fashion Show
Silent auctions
Self-guided tours of the 1882 historic home and the California Native Plant Garden
Junior ranger projects with National Park Service rangers
“John Muir” shares stories and birthday cake
Much more!
Food and beverages are available for purchase. This event will be held rain or shine—dress for the weather.
The 2013 Celebration is made possible by our great sponsors:
City of Martinez
Shell Martinez Refinery
Martinez Community Foundation
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 302
Allied Waste services
John Muir Birthday–Earth Day
Join us
to celebrate John Muir’s 175th birthday and the 43rd Anniversary of Earth Day
John Muir Birthday–Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 20, 2013
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Come rain or shine!
Admission and parking are FREE!
John Muir National Historic Site
Contact the John Muir NHS for more information:
(925) 228-8860 www.nps.gov/jomu
Save the date to bring the family for fun-filled activities and entertainment. The Celebration will be held at the John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, California, which includes the 1882 Victorian home of the country's earliest and perhaps most influential advocate for nature—John Muir.
Location Details
The John Muir National Historic Site is located at 4202 Alhambra Avenue at Highway 4 in Martinez, California. For directions to the Muir Site, visit www.nps.gov/jomu.
Free parking is available at the Martinez Adult Education campus located on Alhambra Avenue at "F" Street; shuttles are provided to the Muir Site. The Celebration is presented by the John Muir Association and the National Park Service.
