Drive past it so you know where to go, but park in a "C lot" on la rue. A stroller may be necessary…read moreto get from parking lot to entrance. "A" parking is for faculty and staff until 5pm. 35260 for a hint on the parkmobile app. You'll prob need parking for 1 hour. Cut through the parking lots and building walkways to get to Bohart. Museum (I think "open lab" is a more apt name) is on the ground floor, wander til you locate the door. Entrance is free. Have an idea about what bugs you would like to request to see. They have a small case for live/preserved bugs that you can hold, but if you come without ideas you might find it a little underwhelming with young ones. Ideal for kids who can safely hold a bug or glass jar without dropping or shaking. The staff is kind and knowledgeable. The room is small, you may like a mask on hand. They have a gift shop area and they have bug nets you can borrow.

Bugs are cool! Betcha didn't know that the seventh largest worldwide collection of them in No…read more America is nearby at UC Davis. They also boast the second largest mosquito collection -- shhh, don't tell Bill Gates! This was my second visit, this time with kids on a field trip. The collection is vast -- so extensive that they have installed rolling bookcases to house the specimens. Our 45 minute tour led us through some of the cases and then on to live specimens which included a giant millipede, hissing cockroaches, a scorpion, black widow, tarantula, walking sticks, and a leaf bug. Our group of little bookworms with ants in their pants was enchanted! The museum is open to visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Wise people call first before they go to ensure the museum is available. While there is a small charge for tour led groups, the museum is free for general admission. But don't be a stink bug; put some money in the donation box.

A beautiful place at CSU Sacramento that holds many pleasant memories for me. This was and is my…read morefavorite place on campus. It continues to be one of my favorite thinking spots as well. Small but well-maintained. Maintenance might even stop by with their animal friends and a Hello. There's a parking garage across the street now, that's new(ish). Turn right when you see that first parking garage, after entering campus off of J Street. If you like learning about California native trees, this is the place for you. The Arboretum has walking paths and a bike path as well. If you're used to UCD's Arboretum this one will be small potatoes. Small, pretty, well-loved potatoes.

I'm a little torn here, because, while I personally love the Goethe Arboretum, I do have to concur…read morewith Cleo J.'s entire review. As far as arboretums go, this one is not that great. The overall message is, "If you like plants, go to UC Davis, because you won't be seeing them here." There's not a lot of variety. Many of the plants are dead or dying, or just don't bloom. Some of the plants seem to be mislabeled, or poorly labeled. The arboretum is not very big, and virtually all of it is within views of the nearby roads, which can get noisy. There is also now a large homeless encampment on the back side of the arboretum, which, honestly, makes it feel less safe for a female to visit alone. But, does any of that stop me from loving the arboretum? No. The arboretum has always been one of my favorite spots on campus to eat lunch, chill out, or just walk around. I love taking photos of the few plants that are still alive and well. This afternoon, as I was approaching the arboretum, I noticed a wild coyote. He was running around the place for a while, seemingly in search of a squirrel to eat. He circled the bottoms of several eucalyptus trees. Any time he noticed humans getting closer to him, he ran the other way. I found a seat on the far side of the arboretum, tried to be inconspicuous, and waited for him to come to me. I was able to get a couple of videos, which I'll post. Overall, I definitely wouldn't recommend driving out of your way to see the arboretum. If you're thinking about it, I'd suggest visiting the UCD arboretum, instead. I agree with what Cleo said about this place having a ton of potential. I'd hate to see it get scrapped or replaced by something else, but would love to see it improved.

Hubs and I were out 'n about on a lazy sunny winter afternoon in downtown Woodland, CA. Just…read morechillin. There are a lot of cute shops and eateries. We parked in the public parking lot (free parking) and were walking towards Main Street when this shop's signage, Earthbound Ceramics, caught our attention. Hubs thought it was a ceramics shop selling...ceramics. We walked on in. There was a ceramics workshop in progress. No problem. The owner was there and she was super cool. She and her husband own the shop. She explained the ceramics workshop studio concept. They offer a variety of classes for all skill types and ages; and membership levels. Even the students inside were cool and shouted out praise. Chill, friendly community vibe. The students were ethnically diverse even. The shop interior was beautifully designed. Modern, contemporary comfort. There are pamphlets outside the shop. I grabbed one as we left. The classes (especially the advanced classes) are taught by professional, experienced artists. The classes vary by topics (by skill level)and they even have classes for the kiddos. They also offer studio time, membership rates, and party event rental. The class pricing is comparable and to me possibly a bit cheaper than their Sacramento counterparts. What caught my attention was the 2 hour wheel throwing class $50. Hmm ... I thought to myself that would be a nice introductory course.

Friendly, creative, and supportive atmosphere. They offer beginner classes on hand building and…read morewheel throwing pottery with experienced instructors.

It's a smaller museum but take the time to visit. It's free! There are also student docents around…read moreto tell you more about the exhibits. Located close to the parking structure on the south side of UC Davis campus by the Mondavi performing arts center and the campus visitor center. Great clean bathrooms!

Nowheresville? Just a bunch of fields and cows? Think again, mon frère. As a proud Aggie, I can…read moretell you there's more than meets the eye. For example, feast your eyes on the new-ish Shrem museum, right on the edge of campus. New to Davis? This museum is directly across the street from UCD's visitor and conference center on one side, and the campus concert hall (wine-named Mondavi Center). High-tail it over to the museum and keep your wallet in your pocket -- it's free. It's 30 minutes or so you won't mind giving up. A fun mix of modern art that is always changing, so i won't date my review here. At the very least, it's a beautiful space with some thought-provoking installations every time I'm in town. I believe there's some kind of rule that all the artists have some connection to UC Davis. Davis hates cars, so the adjoining parking lot is about $10, during the week only. Weekends? Cars galore, no charge. Inspiring!

This is such a wonderful place. Beautiful small farm with 3-4 lavender fields. We were greeted by…read moreone of the owners who introduced us to his wife, the farmer. They showed us the distilling and drying process and how to cut lavender. I've never smelled such wonderful lavender. Lots of tables in the shade to picnic, cute country store with tons of goodies. We plan to go back next year when it's in full bloom. We had such a nice day.

My garden club visited here today, and we had a beautiful time. Richard greeted us at the entrance;…read moreSherri, Richard, and staff treated us to delicious lavender scones, coffee, lemonade, honey, and jam; Sherri made a wonderful presentation, which included her history, challenges, and triumphs as a lavender farmer; a description of different lavender varieties and what they are used for; a demonstration of the distillation process; a visit to the fields; photo opportunities with the lovely, fragrant blooms; and a chance to purchase a fresh lavender bouquet and many other lavender products in the shop. As a master gardener who has heard many, many presentations and visited many venues over the years, I was impressed by Sherri and Richard's love for, and commitment to, this farm; by their captivating, informative, and interesting presentation; and by their hard work and high standards. So much has been achieved in a short time, and their hard work and integrity shows in every aspect of this property. Thank you for a wonderful morning, a fun and fascinating learning experience, and a lovely memory for our group. You are an inspiration and we wish you every success!

Beautiful gallery with very cool local events hosting local artists of different backgrounds and…read moremediums. Our friend had an art showing here, and it was great to see his and other local artists post their work for others to enjoy. Staff is friendly and helpful to guide you around the gallery. There are 2 floors! Elevators are available for mobility issues or children/strollers. Parking is available on the street. The building is well maintained and clean/tidy.

I am writing this review as an artist with approximately 40 years of experience in painting and the…read morevisual arts. This was my first time participating in an exhibition at this gallery, as I had been considering becoming a member. Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. Two weeks after the exhibition opened, I discovered that my artwork had been incorrectly labeled. Although I had clearly stated in my submission form that my work is "mixed media," it was presented as "watercolor." This is not a minor mistake--anyone with even basic knowledge of art can easily recognize that my work is not watercolor. Mislabeling directly affects how viewers perceive the artwork and can influence voting and audience feedback. I contacted the gallery by email to request a correction, but received no response. After repeated follow-ups over three consecutive days, I finally received a reply on the fourth day confirming that the label had been corrected. Such delays and lack of accountability are not acceptable in a professional environment. Throughout this experience, I felt that there was insufficient attention to professional conduct and respect for artists--especially emerging ones. I also sensed a difference in the way I was treated compared to others, which made me feel overlooked and unwelcome. In addition, when I inquired about the possibility of offering smaller works suitable for sale in the gift shop, my request was immediately dismissed without any review of my work. Only after I insisted did I send examples of my pieces, which I believe deserved proper consideration, yet my request was still not evaluated fairly. Due to this overall experience, I ultimately decided to withdraw my artwork from the exhibition. I did not want my work to continue being misrepresented or treated without proper respect. To make matters worse, the refund process for the $40 exhibition fee was handled carelessly. The gallery issued the check incorrectly three times, each time misspelling my last name. In the end, I had to write my name on a piece of paper to ensure the check was finally issued correctly. I also witnessed another artist whose ceramic work, valued at $1,000, was damaged while in the gallery's care. She was understandably upset, and this raised further concerns about how artworks are handled and stored. Overall, this gallery falls far short of the professional standards expected from an art institution. There appears to be unfair treatment of artists, with decisions seemingly influenced by personal relationships and favoritism, which is also quite evident on their social media presence. I sincerely hope that in the future this gallery improves in terms of communication, professionalism, fairness, and respect toward artists.

A first class museum of Native American art. We were there to see Brenda Mallory's exhibit, which…read moreis phenomenal. The permanent collection is similarly excellent. Highly recommended.

This is a small but beautiful museum along the arboretum. It is well curated and was a very…read moreenjoyable excursion.

A small but well thought out indoor play space. Great for hot summer days. My 2 and 6 year old had…read morea blast for 3 hours. Everything is run by volunteers so be nice! Both my kids can't wait to go back!

This place is so sweet. Took my sweet lady here after a day trip to Davis for a school thing. She…read morehad the best time and volunteer staff were so lovely. Been hoping for an excuse to go back!