February Facility Directors Meeting

Sustainability Program

Closed to the general public. The Sustainability Program meets monthly with the Facility Directors of the member organizations of the Cultural Partnership to further education by discussing  energy efficiency and sustainability topics and providing resources to aid in project implementation.

Park Profiles: Meet Marisa Nolan!

Kristen MihalkoBalboa Park Cultural Partnership, One Park - One Team, Park Profiles

Marisa Nolan is the Operations Assistant at the Timken Museum of Art. She is relatively new to San Diego and Balboa Park, but her positive outlook, participation, and love for the arts has already cemented her voice. Marisa is also a new member of the Emerging Museum Professional’s Membership Committee, and is an active attendee of the OPOT Get-Togethers. How did you … Read More

Apply for a Sustainability Excellence Award!

Sustainability ProgramBalboa Park Cultural Partnership, Sustainability Program

The Balboa Park Sustainability Program (BPSP) has supported member organization’s sustainability efforts over the past ten years. We are proud of the accomplishments park-wide and appreciate PIC Green, a program of the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), efforts to recognize innovative projects through the Sustainability Excellence Awards (SEA). PIC Green conceived the Sustainability Excellence Award in order to advance the mission of establishing museums … Read More

January Green Team Meeting

Sustainability Program

Closed to the general public. The Balboa Park Green Team is a group comprised of employees and volunteers from all the arts and culture organizations in Balboa Park. It was assembled to enhance employee and volunteer engagement in Park sustainability initiatives.  We aim to have representation from each of the BPCP member organizations at each meeting. With the goal of … Read More

January Facility Directors Meeting

Sustainability Program

The Sustainability Program meets monthly with the Facility Directors of the member organizations of the Cultural Partnership to further education by discussing  energy efficiency and sustainability topics and providing resources to aid in project implementation.

Park Profiles: Meet Alison Hendrickson!

Kristen MihalkoBalboa Park Cultural Partnership, One Park - One Team, Park Profiles

Alison Hendrickson is the Visitor and Volunteer Engagement Manager at the San Diego History Center. Alison’s proactive attitude and passion for history, paired with her ability to create meaningful connections whilst being open minded, allow her to create a positive impression on both guests and volunteers of the Center. 1. How did you begin working at the San Diego History … Read More

2017 Sustainability Partners’ Breakfast Recap

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On its fourth year, the Balboa Park Sustainability Partners’ Breakfast and Sustainability Awards Ceremony keeps growing through partnerships with local sustainability organizations. The event brought together 149 attendees from 73 organizations including members, thought leaders and implementation specialists for a chance to connect, learn, and celebrate sustainability efforts in Balboa Park. Welcome Remarks Sustainability Director, Jessica Travis, introduced the theme … Read More

December Facility Directors Meeting

Sustainability Program

The Sustainability Program meets monthly with the Facility Directors of the member organizations of the Cultural Partnership to further education by discussing  energy efficiency and sustainability topics and providing resources to aid in project implementation.

OPOT December Get-Together: Game Night!

Kristen Mihalko

Take a break from the craze of the holidays and join us for some reindeer games at the OPOT December Get-Together: Game Night on Tuesday, December 12th from 5PM – 7PM at the Japanese Friendship Garden’s Activity Room. We will have hot chocolate, cookies, and plenty of card and board games for you to play! If we do not have … Read More

Park Profiles: Meet Francis French!

Kristen MihalkoBalboa Park Cultural Partnership, One Park - One Team, Park Profiles

Francis French is the Director of Education at the San Diego Air and Space Museum. His enthusiasm for aviation and space, paired with his passion for inspiring continued learning beyond the classroom, have been key to the success of the education programs and events available to visitors of all ages. 1.  How did you first get involved with the Air … Read More