Masks and vaccinations are recommended. Plan your visit
After Dark: Ice Stories
Thursday, January 26, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Explore Jen Lewin’s The Last Ocean, and discover some fascinating ice science!
Summer Institute for Teachers
Are you a secondary science teacher looking for ways to introduce more inquiry into your classroom?
After Dark: Wondrous Fungus
Thursday, February 2, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Discover the beautiful, diverse, and curious fungus kingdom.
Early Childhood Tinkering
We are exploring the ways tinkering can open up new possibilities in the early childhood field with our play-based practice.
Reflections on the Art of Tinkering Workshop - Week 3
Varied and valuable reflections occurred throughout the Art of Tinkering Workshop.
Over the last few weeks I’ve been sharing my experience from the Art of Tinkering Workshop (check out Week 1 and Week 2).
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Become a Volunteer
The unique talents of our volunteers helps the Exploratorium offer its current level of services to the community.
Visit the Exploratorium at Pier 15
Explore hundreds of exhibits, unique events, and more! Buy your tickets now.
Land Acknowledgment
Share our appreciation and respect for the Ramaytush Ohlone whose perspectives and knowledge inspire us.
Creating Learning & Teaching Experiences
The Exploratorium provides science learning programs for children and youth from throughout the Bay Area and beyond. Critical to these programs are opportunities for learners to be teachers (just as our programs for professional educators provide opportunities for teachers to be learners).
Science Storytelling with The Story Collider
Science is made by asking questions and questioning answers.
After Dark: Integrating Ecologies
Thursday, March 9, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Where do the boundaries between the built and natural worlds blur?
Accessibility for Visitors with Disabilities
Find out what you need to know about accessibility and related amenities.
Party at the Piers: Discovery
Friday, May 5, 2023
Mark your spring calendar for 2023’s Party at the Piers.
Exploratorium Open Presidents' Day: February 20, 2023
Monday, February 20, 2023 • 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Exploratorium will be open to the public on Monday, February 20, 2023.
After Dark: Extended Cinemas
Thursday, March 2, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
The warm glow of the projected image invites us to in-between worlds.
After Dark: Point of View
Thursday, February 23, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Experience the world through a new lens!
After Dark: Black Excellence, Black Invention
Thursday, February 16, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Learn the stories of Black inventors who have transformed our world.
Storytime Science for Kids: The Moon and Stars
Saturdays and Sundays, February 11–26, 2023 • Noon and 2:00 p.m.
Join Vivian Altmann for a storybook read-aloud and make-and-take activity.
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