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Members-Only Events
We're open! Learn what to expect, check out the Member FAQ, and enjoy easy, ticket-free entry with our new digital membership cards. Join our community to enjoy access to unique members-only events—weekly member hours, exclusive previews, tours, special shopping days, and more.
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.
Exploratorium Closed for Wonder Funday
CLOSED Sunday, October 3, 2021
On Sunday, October 3, 2021, the Exploratorium will be closed for our epic and impactful family fundraiser, Wonder Funday. Learn more and join us!
Past Member Events
Member Event: Buoy Days
Thursday, August 19, 2021 • 9:15–10:00 a.m.
Have you ever wondered how oceanic buoys operate, or what critters cling to their undersides? Members get exclusive, early access—watch the raising of the buoy and be the first to see its inhabitants under the microscope!
Member Preview Event: Storytime Science for Kids
Sunday, June 27, 2021 • Noon and 2:00 p.m.
Join us at the Exploratorium for Storytime Science. This month, we'll read books about energy and motion—then try them out for ourselves as we build toy cars with rubber band "motors”!
Member Preview Event: Storytime Science for Kids
Saturday, June 26, 2021 • 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Join us at the Exploratorium for Storytime Science. This month, we'll read books about energy and motion—then try them out for ourselves as we build toy cars with rubber band "motors”!
For the Curious Online:
Exclusive Member Virtual Programs—Behind the Scenes in the Bio Lab
Saturday, May 22, 2021 • 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
Peek behind the closed doors of our Living Systems Lab for an exclusive tour led by staff biologist Alex Pinigis. Learn about our greenhouse, aquariums, and what it takes to support life for the exhibits in Gallery 4.
For the Curious Online:
Exclusive Member Virtual Programs—Mini Mathematical Universes
Saturday, May 8, 2021 • 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
In this workshop you can take a stab at applying the scientific method to a collection of intriguing—and fun—puzzles. Each one is a mathematical creation that, with enough poking and curiosity, can be figured out.
May Is for Members
Saturday, May 1–Monday, May 31, 2021
Enjoy special perks for members all month long.
For the Curious Online:
Exclusive Member Virtual Programs—Close Up Sea Critters
Saturday, April 24, 2021 • 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
Join Exploratorium marine biologists Veronica and Dana in investigating the creatures that live in coastal tide pools and the bay water right beneath the museum.
For the Curious Online:
Exclusive Member Virtual Programs—Beautiful Symmetry with Alex Berke
Saturday, April 10, 2021 • 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
Using visual language, Beautiful Symmetry is about building mathematical intuition for recognizing exciting, beautiful, math concepts expressed all around you.
For the Curious Online:
Exclusive Member Virtual Programs—Saturday Cinema
Saturday, March 27, 2021 • 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
Exploratorium Cinema Arts Program Director Liz Keim mediates a screening through film introductions, shared insights, and taking questions from the audience.
For the Curious Online:
Exclusive Member Virtual Programs—Why Pi?
Saturday, March 13, 2021 • 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
Get ready to celebrate Pi Day with a presentation, a Q&A, and a simple activity to measure π with materials you have around the house.
Highlighted Artworks + Exhibits
Explore diverse offerings of temporary artworks and exhibits that are as unique as you are.
