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

May
1

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.

May
3

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
4

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.

May
5

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.

May
17

Kronos Eclipse: Donor and Member 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.

May
18

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.

May
25

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.

Jun
2

How to Exploratorium: For Members

Sunday, June 2, 2019 • 11:00 a.m.

Jun
17

Exploratorium Closed for a Private Event

Monday, June 17, 2019

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

Aug
10

Happy Birthday, Exploratorium!

August 10, 2019 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

Calling all our Daytime and After Dark members—let’s celebrate! Save the date for a delightful evening of intriguing Exploratorium activities and special surprises.