Exploratorium: The Museum of Science, Art & Human Perception

Take your imagination out to play.

The Exploratorium is a public learning laboratory where you can explore the world through science, art, and human perception.

Celebrate Pi (π) Day

Did you know that Pi Day was created at the Exploratorium? Join us on March 14th (3/14) to celebrate our homegrown holiday and commemorate the irrational, transcendent, and never-ending ratio that helps describe circles of all sizes.

March 14, 2024

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Total Solar Eclipse

Dive into the eclipse experience with our live telescope feeds and educational programming. The Exploratorium will be broadcasting live from the path of totality in Junction, Texas and Torreón, Mexico.

April 8, 2024

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After Dark Thursday Nights (18+)

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A shoe tester that tested children's shoes

After Dark: See for Yourself

Thu, Feb 8 2024 • 6 - 10pm

The Exploratorium is your playground after dark! Don’t miss this opportunity to play with our prototypes for science, and join a dance party hosted by DJ Inkfat.

A side view of the reproductive parts of a yellow flower with green leaves

After Dark: Sexplorations

Thu, Feb 15 2024 • 6 - 10pm

Looking for a hot night out on the town? From the lengths we’ll go to for sex to the naughty bits of flowers, learn about the varied and creative ways in which the natural world gets it on.

A group of mushrooms growing out of a mossy tree

After Dark: Fruiting Fungi

Thu, Feb 22 2024 • 6 - 10pm

Join us for a fungi-tastic evening! Discover local specimens, use mushrooms for art, and then catch a live cooking demonstration at the return of our food science event Pairings.

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