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Pi Day -- March 2009
Storytime Science for Kids Online: The Color Episode
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 • 1:00 p.m. PST
Enjoy a science-themed storybook and a simple activity for kids.
Light Painting
Create striking images and illusions using nothing more than a camera, a light source, and a little practice.
Free Online and Community Events
Peruse a list of our free events and days when we open our doors to the public for free.
Ahra Jo
Ahra Jo is a learning designer with an academic background in spatial design, psychology, and art education. She enjoys sharing the delight of the design process with people as a form of constructive learning.
Celeste Moreno
Celeste designs and researches creative learning experiences for learners of all ages that combine tools and ideas from multiple disciplines such as computing, art, and science.
LASERS!
Join Exploratorium scientist Ron Hipschman for colorful explorations of the physical world—in this case, lasers!
Full-Spectrum Science Online: LASERS!
Wednesday, January 20, 2020 • 4:00 p.m. PST
Focus on laser light—how it's made and why it's special.
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Create a legacy of curiosity when you get involved as an annual supporter.
Tinkering Towers
Conversations About Landscape
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Discussions about the issues shaping today’s urban and natural landscapes.
After Dark Online
Every Thursday Night • 7:00–8:00 p.m.
From our home to yours, digital dispatches from After Dark.
Full-Spectrum Science with Ron Hipschman
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Join us for colorful explorations of the physical world.
Everything Matters: Tales from the Periodic Table
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Come be in your elements with Exploratorium host Ron Hipschman.
Pairings: Cultivating a Taste for Science Through Food
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Savor robust presentations and refreshing conversations to inspire your scientific palate.
Lab and Lunch
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Series of free lectures by visiting scientists, artists, and educators.
Explorables: Handmade Science
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Create models and other tools for exploration.
Online Events Calendar
Check out our cinema arts, evening, member, and other upcoming and ongoing events.
After Dark Online: (Re)Collections
Thursday, February 25, 2021 • 7:00 p.m. PST
Dig into archives and collections celebrating the history of Black Americans.
Observa tu aliento: usa la ciencia para elegir la mascarilla adecuada
Gracias al trabajo en colaboración con científicos de la Universidad de Stanford, modificamos nuestra exhibición del Espejo Gigante en el Exploratorium para poder observar pequeños cambios en la temperatura del aire en movimiento. En este video, con la ayuda del Espejo Gigante, recopilamos evidencia sobre qué elementos de protección facial funcionan mejor para prevenir la propagación del coronavirus.
Getting Started with Stop Motion Studio
The free version of the Stop Motion Studio application will let you quickly take and combine multiple photos into an animation. Download the Stop Motion Studio app for iOS or Android to try it out! Below, we share some tips and tricks about how to get started.
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