Fisher Bay Observatory Gallery 6: Observing Landscapes

Uncover the history, geography, and ecology of the Bay Area.

Natural and human forces interact to create the dynamic landscape surrounding us. Learn to uncover the stories embedded in a place by directly observing the geography, history, and ecology of the San Francisco Bay region.

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Gallery Highlights

Environmental sensors atop the Fisher Bay Observatory at Pier 15

Wired Pier Environmental Field Station

A collection of sensors around the Exploratorium, measuring and recording conditions in the environment.

Conversations About Landscape

Discussions about the issues shaping today’s urban and natural landscapes.

Lab and Lunch

Series of free lectures by visiting scientists, artists, and educators.

Bay Lexicon

Jane Wolff's writings guide visitors on a walk along San Francisco's waterfront.

Visualizing the Bay Area

Discover invisible processes unfolding across the Bay, the land, and the atmosphere.

Upcoming Program

Jun
12

Conversations About Landscape: Living With Fire in a Changing Climate

How can we care for California's forests and communities?

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Visiting Ship

R/V Reuben Lasker

Current Mission:

NOAA fisheries ship Reuben Lasker is completing one leg of a rockfish survey. This survey uses rod and reel gear to sample fish in areas that are difficult to survey with traditional methods such as research trawl nets. Surveying current fish populations provides crucial data for fishery policymakers

Scheduled Arrival:

Friday, May 24, 2019

Scheduled Departure:

Wednesday, May 29, 2019