# Fun Animal Friday: Exotic Birds

> Event for families in the San Diego–Chula Vista–Carlsbad area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Fri, Nov 20 · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Where: Children's Museum of Discovery, 320 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
- Ages: Suggested Age All
- Price: Children & Adults: $17.00 per person; members and children under one free
- Organizer: Children's Museum of Discovery
- Official page: https://visitcmod.org/events/fun-animal-friday-exotic-birds/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary visits the museum for a live presentation, a meet and greet with the birds, storytime and a special craft. Animal meetings are limited and depend on the animals' well-being.

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