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Become part of the Exploratorium community and enjoy access to unique members-only events—tours, exclusive exhibition previews, member hours, special shopping days, and more.
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.
Saturday, May 1–Monday, May 31, 2021
Enjoy special perks for members all month long.
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.
Saturday, December 13, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Take a closer look at our city’s garden. Join Exploratorium educator Ken Finn as we explore flower anatomy, identify male and female structures, and learn the story of plant reproduction.
Sunday, December 7, 2014 • 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Celebrate the season at our annual Member Holiday Party!
Saturday, October 18, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
How do you stop and steer a bicycle? What forces keep it from falling over? Join Exploratorium educator Ken Finn for cycle science and skillbuilding.
Saturday, September 20, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Search for elusive “black sand” (a.k.a. the magnetic mineral magnetite) at Ocean Beach. You’ll take home black sand and magnets, so you can make your own miniature Black Sand exhibit.
Friday, September 12, 2014
5:30–6:30 p.m. Donor Reception in the Kanbar Forum
6:00–9:00 p.m. Member Event throughout the museum
Friday, September 12, 2014 • 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Join us for a members-only book launch party for <em>Exploring the Science of Light</em>. Discover the science behind the wavelengths that make our world more colorful, enjoy hands-on activities, and see everyday life in a whole new light.
Saturday, July 26, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Here in San Francisco, the ground under our feet is constantly on the move. Visit spots around town where exposed rocks and city views reveal the tale of an active earth.
Saturday, June 14, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Search for elusive “black sand” (a.k.a. the magnetic mineral magnetite) at Ocean Beach. You’ll take home black sand and magnets, so you can make your own miniature Black Sand exhibit.
Saturday, May 17, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
How do you stop and steer a bicycle? What forces keep it from falling over? Join Exploratorium educator Ken Finn for cycle science and skillbuilding.
Sunday, May 4 • 6–9 p.m.
May is Members Month at the Exploratorium! In addition to enjoying special member discounts all month long at partner restaurants and attractions around San Francisco, join us for this special members-only evening event.
May 2014
Take advantage of exclusive offers from local businesses, area attractions, and other exciting organizations during the month of May.
Saturday, April 19, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Make and launch rockets that will fly 30 feet into the air! Exploratorium educator Ken Finn will lead an exploration of the physics behind rocket flight as we investigate atmosphere, gravity, and pressure.