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Upcoming Events Calendar

Oct
27
Full-Spectrum Science with Ron Hipschman: Science Fiction Turned Fact

Sunday, October 27, 2019 • 3:00 p.m.

If you’ve ever wondered where your flying car or rocket belt is, or why you don’t yet have a robot servant, find out at Full-Spectrum Science.

Oct
30
Ship Chat with Research Vessel Reuben Lasker Live from the Ocean Floor

Wednesday, October 30, 2019 • 11:00 a.m.

Join a live chat with scientists on a research ship as they map and explore the seafloor in an expedition with the NOAA, the USGS, and the BOEM.

Oct
31
After Dark: Hallowe'en

Thursday, October 31, 2019 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

It’s no trick—just a refreshingly nerdy Halloween treat. Join us for a night filled with fun and spooky Bay Area favorites including Nerd Nite, Awesome Orchestra, and Odd Salon. Costumes highly encouraged.

 

Nov
1
Tactile Dome Evening Hours
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Friday, November 1, 2019 • 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. Journey through total darkness in this twisting, turning, tactile sculpture. 

Nov
7
After Dark: Matters of Fact

Thursday, November 7, 2019 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

How can we know the truth? Do facts matter? Learn about the anchors of scrupulous science and diligent data, how they can be exploited, and tools to find the facts for yourself.

 

Nov
8
Tactile Dome Evening Hours
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Friday, November 8, 2019 • 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. Journey through total darkness in this twisting, turning, tactile sculpture. 

Nov
9
Tactile Dome Evening Hours
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Saturday, November 9, 2019 • 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. Journey through total darkness in this twisting, turning, tactile sculpture. 

Nov
11
Field Trip Explainer dissecting a cow eye for students
School Field Trips: Open House for Teachers

Monday, November 11, 2019 (Veterans Day)

Teachers: Are you interested in bringing your class to the Exploratorium on a field trip? Enjoy free admission (for you and two guests), and start planning a great experience at the museum.

Nov
11
Exploratorium Open Monday Veterans Day

Monday, November 11, 2019 • 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The Exploratorium will be open to the public on Monday, November 11, 2019.

Nov
14
After Dark: From the Farm

Thursday, November 14, 2019 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.

From livestock to grapes, come learn some of the science involved in growing the world’s food. And don’t forget to taste the bounty at our science-of-food program, Pairings.

Nov
15
Tactile Dome Evening Hours
Tactile Dome: Special Evening Hours

Friday, November 15, 2019 • 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. Journey through total darkness in this twisting, turning, tactile sculpture. 

Nov
16
Explorables: Clothespin Automata
Explorables: Glow

Saturday, November 16, 2019 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Play around with LEDs and make your own glowing toys with these two activities. 

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