You don’t have to be a climate scientist to teach climate change, and you don’t have to be an experienced storyteller to infuse climate content with stories. Explore these educator resources for using ...

Chosen from over 500 applicants, Sprang joins the museum’s storied AIR program, whose alumni include Ruth Asawa, Ned Kahn, ...

The hovering ball of light you see seemingly projected from the sculpture is achieved with nothing more than simple materials and ambient light. Thousands of precision holes in the black panels ...

SAN FRANCISCO (October 1, 2025) –The Exploratorium has appointed Christian Gordon as its new Chief Philanthropy Officer. Gordon will lead the museum’s Institutional Advancement division in support of ...

Bilingual, family-friendly event on Saturday, September 27, showcases hands-on activities, inspiring talks, live music, and more SAN FRANCISCO (September 8, 2025) – The Exploratorium invites visitors ...

A full night of entertainment, 700+ exhibits, trivia, and waterfront views, for just $10 with student ID SAN FRANCISCO (September 4, 2025) – The Exploratorium invites Bay Area college students to ...

The Exploratorium is a professional home and hub for PreK–12 teachers and leaders and a local laboratory for global science learning. Teachers matter to student achievement more than anything else in ...

Sea level rise is one of the most visible and urgent impacts of climate change. This collection of classroom resources, videos, and hands-on science activities helps middle and high school students ...

SAN FRANCISCO (April 15, 2025) – The Exploratorium is thrilled to announce the first-ever Open Call for its esteemed Artist-In-Residence (AIR) program. Since the program’s inception in 1974, the ...

Location Pier 15 (Embarcadero at Green Street) San Francisco, CA 94111 Get directions → Hours Sunday (Daytime Members/Donors Only 10:00 am to Noon): 12:00 pm—5:00 pm Monday: Closed Tuesday-Saturday: ...

Exploratorium to celebrate 38th annual homegrown holiday alongside a lunar eclipse SAN FRANCISCO (February 28, 2025) – Get ready for a stellar celebration as the Exploratorium marks its 38th annual Pi ...