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Members-Only Events

Become part of the Exploratorium community and enjoy access to unique members-only events—including special after-hours museum access; exclusive invitations to exhibition openings; and our annual Members-Only Holiday Party.

Upcoming Member Events

Past Member Events

Members-Only Birthday Party
Happy Birthday, Exploratorium!

August 10, 2019 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

Calling all our Daytime and After Dark members—you're invited to our 50th birthday bash! Join us for an epic all-ages birthday revel with science demos, live animal encounters, complimentary cake, and more.

Exploratorium Closed for a Private Event

Monday, June 17, 2019

The Exploratorium will be closed on Monday, June 17, 2019, for a private event.

How to Exploratorium: For Members

Sunday, June 2, 2019 • 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.

Members-only Preview
Self, Made Member Morning

Saturday, May 25, 2019 • 9:00 a.m.–noon

See and experience our new all-ages summer exhibition, Self, Made: Exploring You in a World of We, on its opening weekend. This special members-only event will be full of fun activities and special surprises.

Self, Made collage
Self, Made Opening Weekend

Friday, May 24, 2019–Sunday, May 26, 2019

See and experience our new all-ages summer exhibition, Self, Made: Exploring You in a World of We, on its opening weekend. 

SF Zoo member weekend
Member for a Weekend: San Francisco Zoo

Saturday and Sunday, May 18–19, 2019 • 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

On May 18 and 19, Exploratorium members can visit the San Francisco Zoo for free.

Kronos Eclipse: Performance

Friday, May 17, 2019 • 8:00 p.m.

When the moon passed between the Sun and the Earth on August 21, 2017, it didn't make a sound—but Exploratorium composer Wayne Grim and the Kronos Quartet turned the total solar eclipse into a piece of music unlike any other using sonified data. The Kronos Quartet will reprise the performance.

How to Exploratorium: For Members

Sunday, May 5, 2019 • 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.

Member for a Weekend: Chabot Space & Science Center

Saturday and Sunday, May 4–5, 2019 • 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

On May 4 and 5, take an excursion to the beautiful Oakland Hills and experience Chabot Space & Science Center. For two days only, Exploratorium Daytime and After Dark members enjoy complimentary access to Chabot.

Exploratorium Closed Friday for Party at the Piers 2019

Friday, May 3, 2019

The Exploratorium will be closed on Friday, May 3, 2019, in preparation for Party at the Piers.

May Is for Members
May Is for Members

Wednesday, May 1–Friday, May 31, 2019

Pay us a visit in May to feel the love! Enjoy special perks on top of your member privileges, including discounts and free weekends at the SF Zoo and Chabot Space & Science Center. 

How to Exploratorium: For Members

Sunday, April 7, 2019 • 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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