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Welcome to the Press Office
The Exploratorium celebrates the role a free press plays in cultivating an informed, curious, and confident society. Our press office exists to help working journalists find stories worth telling, access materials and experts, and to support you in sharing our work with the world. Join our press list to stay informed.
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About the Exploratorium
Since 1969, the Exploratorium has connected the public with scientists, artists, teachers, policy-makers, doers, thinkers, and makers to create extraordinary learning experiences that upend perceptions and cultivate curiosity. We’re committed to inspiring visitors, empowering educators, and fueling the global movement of discovery and science-awareness.
The Exploratorium: A Gateway to the World
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Exploratorium experience—inquiry-based, hands-on, and open-ended.
Video: Changing the Way the World Learns
Since 1969, the Exploratorium has set the standard for hands-on, inquiry-based education.
Upcoming Events
Middle Ground
Dive into a free, outdoor exhibition about how we think, feel, and behave in relation to others.
Einstein Was Right
Learn the story of Lick Observatory's scientific quest to test Einstein's theory of general relativity.
