Parents

Mother and daughter at the museum

To your children, you’re many things: provider, teacher, moral compass, cook. We can’t help you with all the roles you play as a parent, but we can offer you lots of ways to engage your child in science, art, and how the world works.

Whether you want practical tips to make the most of your visit to the museum or you’re looking for great TV-free ways to spend a rainy day at home, you’ll find a wealth of resources on our Website.

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Want to explore some of our websites with your family? Start here.


 

Grab and Go!

We made a handy download for you

Grab and Go download    

Plan Your Visit

What every parent should know about the Exploratorium, cool exhibits for toddlers and teens, and more.
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Looking for something fun, interesting, and (shhhh) educational to make with your kids? Look no further.

More things to make and do »

 

publications
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Exploratopia book
   

Show your kids how to explore the world around them, ask questions, and experiment to find answers with Exploratopia (for kids 8 and older).

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