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Upcoming Events Calendar
Daytime Member & Donor Hours
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–noon
Every Sunday morning, our Daytime members, donors and Corporate Members enjoy exclusive access to the Exploratorium. Let your curiosity roam free through hundreds of exhibits in six spacious indoor and outdoor galleries.
Glow Cinema: Illuminated Frames
Thursday, November 17, 2022–Sunday, January 29, 2023
The dimmed atmosphere of the microcinema sets the perfect scene to luxuriate in these abstract, transportive, and luminescent motion pictures.
Glow: Discover the Art of Light
Thursday, November 17, 2022–Sunday, January 29, 2023
Turn up the radiance this winter! Six artists illuminate galleries with light sculptures big and small. Don’t miss this wondrous seasonal expansion of our iconic exhibits on light.
Storytime Science for Kids: Lamplights and Fireflights
Saturdays and Sundays, January 1–29, 2023 • Noon and 2:00 p.m.
Join us at the Exploratorium for Storytime Science, a storybook read-aloud and science activity geared toward young children. Come hear a story, do an activity, and learn something new!
After Dark: Wondrous Fungus
Thursday, February 2, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Discover the beautiful, diverse, and curious fungus kingdom. Learn about fascinating species, get up-close views of majestic microscopic fungi, and see the surprising ways fungi can be used as art materials.
Science of Cocktails @ After Dark
Thursday, February 9, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Calling all mixology buffs, kitchen chemists, science fans, and craft cocktail lovers! On February 9, sip your science at a very Exploratorium pop-up experience: Science of Cocktails @ After Dark.
After Dark: Sexplorations
Thursday, February 9, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Looking for a hot night out on the town? From the lengths we’ll go to for sex to the naughty bits of flowers, learn about the creative ways in which the natural world gets it on.
Storytime Science for Kids: The Moon and Stars
Saturdays and Sundays, February 11–26, 2023 • Noon and 2:00 p.m.
Join the Exploratorium’s Vivian Altmann for a storybook read-aloud and a make-and-take activity for families with young children.
After Dark: Black Excellence, Black Invention
Thursday, February 16, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
In celebration of San Francisco Public Library’s exhibition Black Excellence, Black Invention, tonight we take a close look at the stories of Black inventors who have transformed our world.
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: Point of View
Thursday, February 23, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Experience the world through a new lens with an exciting night of live storytelling presented by The Story Collider!
Director’s Circle Dinner 2023
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 • 6:00–9:00 p.m. PT
Join us for the 2023 Director's Circle Dinner! This year’s program will focus on the 40th Anniversary of the Exploratorium’s celebrated Cinema Arts program.
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