Celebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
Read MoreJoin Chabot Space & Science Center every 2nd Saturday for Nature Adventures where we’ll take a deep look into a different aspect of the surrounding redwood forest. Your adventure includes a hands-on workshop, access to scientific tools and instruments, a simple snack, and a short exploration work in the forest. We’ll explore themes like forest animals, insects, and trees to name a few. Ticket does not include general admission.
Read MoreCelebrate the Exploratorium’s winter exhibition Glow: Discover the Art of Light with radiant animations, both meditative and kinetic. Five short films capture the holiday spirit, the translucent elements of nature, the radiance of winter’s starry skies and ancestral stories, and the science of salt crystals shaped like jeweled snowflakes.
Read MoreCelebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
Read MoreAre we alone in the universe? Or could there be other forms of life out there, waiting far away in the vast expanse of space? Hear from researchers, astrobiologists and astronomers on the possibility of extraterrestrial life and distant exoplanets that could sustain it. Show off your best out-of-this-world attire by wearing your best alien-themed costume at the costume parade, engage in hands-on alien crafts then take a trip across the universe in our Planetarium – who knows what could be lurking among the stars?
Read MoreCelebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
Read MoreRing in the New Year without staying up all night! Celebrate strokes of midnight around the world at 11am, 12pm, 3pm and 4pm! Kids will count down and celebrate with hundreds of colorful balloons dropping from above.
Read MoreTwirl, wiggle, and jingle—these are just some of the things your bot can do! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create colorful creatures using pompoms and pipe cleaners. Customize your bot with googly eyes, tiny bells, and a small offset motor, and then take it home with you for more zoomies!
Read MoreTwirl, wiggle, and jingle—these are just some of the things your bot can do! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create colorful creatures using pompoms and pipe cleaners. Customize your bot with googly eyes, tiny bells, and a small offset motor, and then take it home with you for more zoomies!
Read MoreTwirl, wiggle, and jingle—these are just some of the things your bot can do! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create colorful creatures using pompoms and pipe cleaners. Customize your bot with googly eyes, tiny bells, and a small offset motor, and then take it home with you for more zoomies!
Read MoreExplore the wonders of astronomy through delicious and edible creations! This interactive workshop is designed to introduce children to the vastness of space, the planets, and other celestial objects, all while having a scrumptious educational experience. Let’s embark on this cosmic culinary adventure together, concluding with free public telescope viewing. Guests will receive complimentary hot cider and hot chocolate. (Program does not include after-hours general admission or the planetarium.) Public telescope viewing will begin at 7:30pm.
Read MoreExplore the fascinating history, diverse cultural customs, and ancient rituals associated with the Winter Solstice. You’ll learn about the shortest day of the year, the various types and stages of night and twilight and how different cultures around the world celebrate this celestial event, from lighting candles and bonfires to creating handmade decorations and sharing stories. Guests will receive complimentary hot cider, hot chocolate, and cookies.
Read MoreSensory Sundays are designed for guests of all ages who are neurodivergent, have sensory sensitivities, and/or have a difficult time in large groups or museum settings.
Read MoreCelebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
Read MoreGet into the holiday spirit with a festive activity in our Hands-on Biotech exhibit! Merrymakers will craft eco-friendly holiday ornaments using bioplastic–a cutting-edge material that’s as sustainable as it is fun. Let your creativity shine as you decorate your ornaments with festive flair, and take home a tree-worthy masterpiece. Embrace sustainability and celebrate the holidays at our one-of-a-kind bioplastic ornament workshop!
Read MoreCelebrate the Exploratorium’s winter exhibition Glow: Discover the Art of Light with radiant animations, both meditative and kinetic. Five short films capture the holiday spirit, the translucent elements of nature, the radiance of winter’s starry skies and ancestral stories, and the science of salt crystals shaped like jeweled snowflakes.
Read MoreGet into the holiday spirit with a festive activity in our Hands-on Biotech exhibit! Merrymakers will craft eco-friendly holiday ornaments using bioplastic–a cutting-edge material that’s as sustainable as it is fun. Let your creativity shine as you decorate your ornaments with festive flair, and take home a tree-worthy masterpiece. Embrace sustainability and celebrate the holidays at our one-of-a-kind bioplastic ornament workshop!
Read MoreJoin us on an exciting journey into the enchanting world of fungi! Our hands-on workshop is specially designed for young children who are curious about the magical organisms that can be found all around us. Through interactive activities and captivating stories, children will discover the fascinating wonders of fungi and their incredible role in nature.
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