Our Operating Hours are…

We get a lot of calls asking when we're open. Our normal operating hours are: Tuesdays through Saturdays 8:00am - 5:00pm Sundays 12:00noon - 5:00pm Or you can call us at (951) 685-5818. No Admission fee.

SUMMER NATURE CAMP for 7-13 year olds...

Call us now to register your child for our Summer Nature Camp program. Four (4) weekly sessions beginning July 9th. Week #1 – “Let’s Rock!” July 9 – 12 Week #2 – “Dirt Made My Sandwich!” July 16 – 19 Week #3 – “Go Green!” July 23 – 26 Week #4 – “Cultures & Critters!” July 30 – August 2 Call now to register: (951) 685-5818.

ADOPT A TREE…Sponsor a new tree in our Biblical Garden!

One of our oldest gardens will also be one of our newest! New trails, fountains, pergolas and pathways will treat our guests to many plants and trees mentioned in the books of the Bible. Date Palms, almonds, pistachios, mulberry, the list goes on. Go to "downloads" for a complete list of trees and plants, or you can call us at office at (951) 685-5818. Reserve your tree now!

Family Day

Family Day

Saturday is Family Day at JMDC!

Rock Collecting at the Dinosaurs

Learn about minerals, how rocks and fossils are formed, see all of the giant dinosaurs as you hike up to dinosaur mesa and collect 12 rock and>mineral specimens of your very own. Times are 9:00, 12:00 and 2:00 and the cost is $8.00 per person, children 2 years and under are free.

Garden Tour

A unique opportunity to visit our Aloe and Cactus gardens which have mature growth of over 40 years. Also visit our Pelargonium garden with over 200 varieties and the Iris garden which will be one of only four gardens selected for The American Iris Society Spring Trek in 2012. Time is 10:30 and the cost is $2.00 per person. There is also a self-guided tour for those that wish to enjoy the garden at their own pace.

Earth Science Museum

Visit the Ruth and Sam Kirkby Earth Science Museum which houses the largest collection of Chinese Dinosaur Eggs for public display in North America. To list a few of the museum exhibits, there are Dinosaurs, Florescent Minerals, Fossils, Indian Artifacts, Ivory, Mining, Petrified Wood, Rocks and Minerals, Sea Shells and Much More! The is no cost to enjoy the museum, however donations are always welcome!

Family Tours are available mid-week on a limited basis, please call ahead to reserve your time.

For additional information, please call 951-685-5818. You can also request information by emailing
info@jmdc.org