Step inside San Diego’s crown jewel with San Diego Emerging Museum Professionals.
Join us for a private, 1‑hour walking tour of Balboa Park led by Forever Balboa Park’s Visitor Center Guides. You’ll hear stories of preservation pioneer Bea Evenson, botanical legend Kate O. Sessions, and get an inside look at the future of the Botanical Building Central Gardens, a multi‑million‑dollar revitalization shaping San Diego’s horticultural landscape.

Meet Up and Mingle at CRAFT CAFÉ

Grab a coffee and join us for a post tour coffee and networking opportunity. This is a great opportunity to connect with SD EMP Board members and fellow museum pofessionals about museum work, park stewardship, and community building.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025
• Time:11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • 11:00–12:00 Tour • 12:00–1:00 Picnic & networking

• Meeting Spot: Meet Up and Mingle at CRAFT CAFÉ
• Locations: Walking tour across central Balboa Park + Meet Up and Mingle at CRAFT CAFÉ after the tour

Who This Is For

Emerging museum professionals, students, volunteers, and anyone curious about San Diego’s cultural landscape. Come to learn, connect, and see what’s next for the Park.

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes (we’ll be outdoors)
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, water bottle)
• Business cards or QR profile if you want to network

Accessibility & Pace

The tour follows outdoor paths with some uneven surfaces and mild inclines. We’ll keep a conversational pace with short stops. If you have accessibility needs, please let us know during registration so we can coordinate a smooth experience.

Getting There & Parking

Balboa Park offers free parking in multiple lots; the Organ Pavilion and Inspiration Point lots typically have availability on weekends. Public transit and rideshare drop‑off are also convenient. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early.

RSVP

Register on Eventbrite 🎟️ $10

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sdemp-balboa-park-tour-meet-up-tickets-1618288397159?aff=oddtdtcreator

Save your spot, space is limited for the guided tour.
Questions? Email sandiegoemp@gmail.com

Etiquette & Weather

This is a casual, community‑minded event. Please pack out all trash and respect garden spaces. The event is sunshine or light‑mist friendly; in case of severe weather, we’ll post updates here and email registrants.

Quick At‑a‑Glance

• Private walking tour with expert guides
• Stories of Bea Evenson & Kate O. Sessions
• Sneak peek at the Botanical Building Central Gardens project