Upcoming Events Calendar

Jun
21
After Dark: Zinc and Sewn Scenarios

Thursday, June 21, 2018 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

Come be in your elements with Exploratorium host and scientific raconteur Ron Hipschman. Discover zinc’s history and explore its influence on our metabolism with Dr. Janet King, Executive Director of the Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute (CHORI). And watch sewing artist PNosa embroider your ideas on fabric.

Jun
22
Iron Science Teacher

Friday, June 22, 2018 • Noon

Cheer on the competitors in this zany science cook-off, where teachers compete before a live audience for the sought-after title, "Iron Science Teacher."

Jun
22
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Friday, June 22, 2018 • 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The museum closes at 5:00 p.m. today, but the after-hours interactive fun continues in our Tactile Dome. Take an interactive journey through total darkness during these special evening hours. 

Jun
23
Explorables: Inflatable Origami
Handmade Science

Saturday, June 23, 2018 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Come and explore how simple folds can transform paper into many different objects.

Jun
23
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Saturday, June 23, 2018 • 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The museum closes at 5:00 p.m. today, but the after-hours interactive fun continues in our Tactile Dome. Take an interactive journey through total darkness during these special evening hours. 

Jun
24
Full-Spectrum Science with Ron Hipschman: Fireworks

Sunday, June 24, 2018 • 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.

Come ooooo and ahhhh at the science behind these big booms! Where do fireworks come from? Who invented them? What causes their beautiful colors, and how do the bursting shells create such different patterns? Join us for some real illumination, and learn the difference between a jerb and a lance.

Jun
28
After Dark: Fireworks and Sewn Scenarios

Thursday, June 28, 2018 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

Come ooooo and ahhhh at the science behind these big booms! Where do fireworks come from? Who invented them? What causes their beautiful colors, and how do the bursting shells create such different patterns? Join us for some real illumination, and learn the difference between a jerb and a lance. And watch sewing artist PNosa embroider your ideas on fabric.

Jun
29
Iron Science Teacher

Friday, June 29, 2018 • Noon

Cheer on the competitors in this zany science cook-off, where teachers compete before a live audience for the sought-after title, "Iron Science Teacher."

Jun
29
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Friday, June 29, 2018 • 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The museum closes at 5:00 p.m. today, but the after-hours interactive fun continues in our Tactile Dome. Take an interactive journey through total darkness during these special evening hours. 

Jun
30
Explorables: Inflatable Origami
Handmade Science

Saturday, June 30, 2018 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Come and explore how simple folds can transform paper into many different objects.

Jun
30
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Saturday, June 30, 2018 • 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The museum closes at 5:00 p.m. today, but the after-hours interactive fun continues in our Tactile Dome. Take an interactive journey through total darkness during these special evening hours. 

Jul
1
How to Exploratorium: For Members

Sunday, July 1, 2018 • 11:00 a.m.

Visit the Exploratorium the first Sunday every month and learn tips on orienting yourself in the museum, suggestions for using the exhibits, and humorous anecdotes regarding the museum’s rich history.

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