Michael Warburton is the Director of Parkwide Communications for the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership. Before joining the Cultural Partnership in late 2017, Michael lent his strong communications and brand management skills to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in several leadership roles for more than 20 years! As Director of Parkwide Communications, he focuses on … Read More
Employee Appreciation Week
In celebration of Balboa Park Employee Appreciation Week, employees and volunteers can enjoy generous discounts from many of the institutions from December 10 – 16, 2018. This is the perfect opportunity for last minute holiday shopping or to treat yourself! To qualify for these discounts, Park and Zoo employees must show their photo ID badge or business card and a … Read More
Park Profiles: Meet Nicole Amaya!
Nicole is the Museum Educator of Student Programs at The San Diego Museum of Art. She coordinates events and workshops for youth and educators. She has worked for The San Diego Museum of Art for 10 years, starting as a gallery attendant and contributing to the education department through various roles throughout the years before permanently moving into her roles … Read More
November OPOT Get-Together Recap
For the November OPOT Get-Together, One Park-One Team joined forces with the Balboa Park Sustainability Program on November 15 to celebrate America Recycles Day! America Recycles Day is a Keep America Beautiful national initiative dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the U.S. To honor the holiday and Balboa Park’s green initiatives, One Park-One Team and the Sustainability Program hosted … Read More
Park Profiles: Meet Crescent Jakubs!
Crescent is the Facilities Director at The Old Globe. Having joined The Old Globe and the Park only a year ago, he’s made a significant impact on The Old Globe’s sustainable practices and is an active contributor to “greening” Balboa Park. His experience and best practices ensure functionality, comfort, safety and efficiency of each of The Old Globe’s theaters. How … Read More
National Geographic Explores San Diego
San Diego is filled with diversity, creativity, discovery and adventure and nowhere is that spirit more evident than in Balboa Park, long known as the region’s cultural heart. National Geographic’s four-episode miniseries explores what makes San Diego such a unique destination, showcasing the iconic Balboa Park and the city as a whole to a national and international audience. Don’t forget … Read More
Spanish Village Art Center Celebrates Park Team Members
Select artists in Spanish Village Art Center are celebrating Balboa Park staff and volunteers by generously offering 15% off artwork on Wednesday, October 24, and Thursday, October 25, from 11 AM to 7 PM. Over 50 artists are showing their appreciation for all the wonderful Balboa Park team members. This is a great opportunity to stock up on early holiday … Read More
Park Profiles: Meet Susan Batt!
Susan is the Manager of Community Engagement at the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership. She has worked in Balboa Park since 2001 and was recently nominated for San Diego Magazine’s 2018 Celebrating Women Nonprofit Visionary award. Susan is dedicated to creating opportunities for families to visit Balboa Park, and truly exemplifies what it means to be a Park team member. How did you start … Read More
2018 One Park- One Team Collector’s Pin: Fleet Science Center!
The 2018 OPOT Collector’s Pin is here! This year’s pin is created in honor of the Fleet Science Center:“The Fleet Science Center connects people of all ages to the possibilities and power of science to create a better future. The Fleet embodies One Park- One Team through their efforts, including their infamous annual Halloween celebration and their Pi Day pie competition!” … Read More