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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).
Land Acknowledgment
Share our appreciation and respect for the Ramaytush Ohlone whose perspectives and knowledge inspire us.
Visit the Exploratorium at Pier 15
Explore hundreds of exhibits, unique events, and more! Buy your tickets now.
Become a Volunteer
The unique talents of our volunteers helps the Exploratorium offer its current level of services to the community.
Members Seek the Unexpected After Dark.
Unlimited access to 50+ After Dark evenings a year—for less than the cost of three tickets.
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).
Science of Cocktails @ After Dark
Thursday, February 9, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
On February 9, sip your science with us at this pop-up experience.
Early Childhood Tinkering
We are exploring the ways tinkering can open up new possibilities in the early childhood field with our play-based practice.
After Dark: Wondrous Fungus
Thursday, February 2, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Discover the beautiful, diverse, and curious fungus kingdom.
Summer Institute for Teachers
Are you a secondary science teacher looking for ways to introduce more inquiry into your classroom?
After Dark: Point of View
Thursday, February 23, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Experience the world through a new lens!
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!
A Royal Walk with the King Tide Along the Embarcadero
Sunday, January 22, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Observe, photograph, and discuss the King Tide.
A Royal Walk with the King Tide Along the Embarcadero
Saturday, January 21, 2023 • 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Observe, photograph, and discuss the King Tide.
After Dark: Moon and Stars
Thursday, January 19, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Explore the moon and the stars through story and science.
Moon Musings with Julia Goodman, Isabel Hawkins, and Aparna Venkatesan
Join artist Julia Goodman, astronomer Isabel Hawkins, and astrophysicist Aparna Venkatesan for a conversation about their relationships to the moon.
After Dark: Sexplorations
Thursday, February 9, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Discover the creative ways in which the natural world gets it on.
Early Career Science Teacher Program
Join an exciting professional development program for Bay Area teachers!
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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