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Online Learning
The Exploratorium isn't just a museum; it's an ongoing exploration of science, art, and human perception. Explore our vast collection of online experiences to feed your curiosity and education resources supporting online teaching and learning. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get fresh learning resources and virtual programming delivered to your inbox.
Learning Toolbox for COVID-19 School Closures
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Science of Food: Water
Water is everywhere and may seem like an afterthought as an ingredient, but it’s a crucial aspect of food and cooking.
Tinker Around Your House
"Think with your hands” using items you already have around the house.
Science in the City
Science is all around us. In this video series, the Exploratorium travels outside its walls, sharing stories of engineering, ecology, geology, architecture, weather, sound, and more.
Science Snacks
Find low-cost, teacher-tested activities for the classroom and the curious.
Video Collection
Video and audio content produced by the Exploratorium
COVID Conversations: What We Know About the Coronavirus from Genetics and Population Testing
Learn about the biology of the virus, the Biohub testing facility, and insights into the virus' genome.
Upcoming Events
May Is for Members
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 31, 2020
Enjoy special perks for members all month long.
The Exploratorium Is Closed
March 12, 2020–TBD
In accordance with local and state public health orders and recommendations, the Exploratorium is temporarily closed to the public.
COVID Conversations: What We Know About the Coronavirus from Genetics and Population Testing
Wednesday, May 27, 2020 • 4:00 p.m. PDT
Learn about the biology of the virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2; the large testing facility the Biohub created within weeks; and insights into the virus from its genome.
Resonance Reissue #4
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 • 7:00 p.m. PDT
Tune in for a listening party comprising of performances from boundary-pushing musicians. Discover the eclectic techniques and technologies used by these artists in a back-to-back stream of exclusive concerts hosted at the Exploratorium as part of our Resonance series.
COVID Conversations: COVID-19 Demographics and Public Health Updates
Wednesday, June 3, 2020 • 4:00 p.m. PDT
Learn about why this disease is having a disproportionate impact on African American, Latino, and Native American communities and what steps we can take to address it.
