Museum Event Calendar: SF Bay Area Events

The Exploratorium Is Closed to the Public

March 12, 2020–June 30, 2021

In accordance with local and state public health orders and recommendations, the Exploratorium is temporarily closed to the public. We'll be reopening to the public July 1.

Jun
17

After Dark Online: Get Up, Stand Up: Organizing for Environmental Justice in Richmond

Thursday, June 17, 2021 • 7:00 p.m. PT

Curious how long you’ll live? Studies suggest that the most accurate predictor is your zip code. Hear from Richmond environmental justice organizations about their work connecting with the land—educating the public, empowering residents, shaping policy, and more.

Jun
24

Member Preview Weekend

Thursday, June 24–Sunday, June 27, 2021

Beginning with After Dark on Thursday, June 24 and continuing through June 27 daytime hours, members and donors get special museum access. Let your curiosity roam free through hundreds of exhibits in six spacious indoor and outdoor galleries.

Jun
24

After Dark Online: Pride

Thursday, June 24, 2021 • 7:00 p.m. PT

In honor of Pride month, join us in celebrating LGBTQ+ heritage and culture—hear from artists, historians, and thinkers whose work centers self-affirmation, freedom of expression, and the essential need for representation.

Jun
30

Storytime Science for Kids Online 6-30-21

Storytime Science for Kids Online: The Energy and Motion Episode

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 • 1:00 p.m. PT

Join us for Storytime Science—a storybook read-aloud, followed by a simple activity geared toward young children. This June, Vivian Altmann reads One Flip, Two Flip, Three Flip, Four by Crystel Patterson, illustrated by Briana Young.

Jul
1

Exploratorium Reopening Day

Thursday, July 1, 2021
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (All Ages)
6:00–10:00 p.m. (Ages 18+)

We’re back! The Exploratorium will reopen to all visitors on July 1, with special members-only previews June 24–27.

Jul
1

After Dark: Reopening Night!

Thursday, July 1, 2021 • 6:00 p.m. PT

Hi, you. It’s been too long! Welcome back. Tonight, as the sun sets, we’ll hit the rainbow lights, turn the music up, and open our doors—an invitation to take your imagination out to play.

Jul
8

After Dark: Spark Your Curiosity

Thursday, July 8, 2021 • 6:00 p.m. PT

Hi, you. It’s been too long! Welcome back. Tonight, as the sun sets, we’ll hit the rainbow lights, turn the music up, and open our doors—an invitation to take your imagination out to play.

Sep
6