Visitors in Young Bay Mud. Photo by SJMA/Frederick Liang.
An Interactive Tour of Young Bay Mud
Join us for an observation-based, scientific inquiry of Young Bay Mud. Attendees will be guided through the exhibition by Shelby Hendricks, exploring artworks through the lens of a naturalist. This visual and tactile experience welcomes guests of all ages to learn more about the deceptively complex nature of mud and its unique impact on our local Bay Area environment.
Walk with a Naturalist is limited to 20 attendees of all ages. Space is limited, and advance registration is strongly recommended (walk-ins are welcome). Advance registration includes Museum admission.
About Walk with a Naturalist
The “Walk with a Naturalist” family tour will feature an observation-based, scientific exploration of Young Bay Mud with tactile experiences offered by Shelby Hendricks, group tour and family programs manager. Guests will be guided through the exhibition using VTS-based inquiries of the artwork on display to help conceptualize the artists’ vision of shifting the relationship between humans and the ground beneath our feet. By considering human ecological entanglement and learning more about the natural history and geology of the Bay Area, guests will discover ways to connect and care about the deceptively complex nature of mud and its unique impact on our local Bay Area environment.
This cross-disciplinary tour offers an opportunity for visitors to connect with artworks in non-traditional ways that both humanize the sciences and reinforce the emotional impact of caring for our Bay Area environment.
About the Instructor
Shelby Hendricks (she/her) is a fiber artist with over 9 years of experience in art and science education. She moved from Illinois to the Bay Area in 2021. With a background in biology and anthropology, Shelby aims to impart a lasting appreciation for the natural world and the interconnection of art, science, history, and culture.