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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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Recent Press Releases
December 9, 2020
Exploratorium Resources for the Total Solar Eclipse on December 14th
November 16, 2020
Exploratorium a Key Partner in Omaha’s Kiewit Luminarium
October 29, 2020
Exploratorium Resources for the King Tides
October 22, 2020
Exploratorium Holiday Gift Guide for STEAM Enthusiasts of all Ages
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
Storytime Science for Kids Online: The Sound Episode
Enjoy a science-themed storybook and a simple activity for kids.
Frozen Obsession Online: Film Screening and Panel
Follow a polar expedition in search of the effects of climate change.
Conversations About Landscape Online: Observing Landscapes—Mirrors of Time
Consider ways our landscape holds traces of the past and glimmers of the future.
