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Follow your own imagination—and celebrate the creativity we all share.On view June 18–September 5Dive InAfter DarkJoin us each week for thoughtful and innovative science, arts and perceptual experiences—a cocktail of curiosity to supplement your screen time. Thursdays, 6–10 p.m., 18+.Learn MoreProfessional Development For EducatorsLearn how to bring inquiry-based science exploration into your classroom.Learn MoreLand AcknowledgmentShare our appreciation and respect for the Ramaytush Ohlone whose perspectives and knowledge inspire us.Learn MoreExperience the Exploratorium at Pier 15Today's hours are 10:00–Noon (Daytime Members/Donors Only) and Noon–5:00 p.m.Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Community Day/Mother's Day). Museum Hours*Wednesday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Thursday (Ages 18+): 6:00–10:00 p.m.Sunday (Daytime Members/Donors Only): 10:00 a.m.–NoonSunday: Noon–5:00 p.m. Open to AllMonday-Tuesday: Closed except select days Wednesday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Thursday (Ages 18+): 6:00–10:00 p.m.Friday: closed to the public (Party at the Piers)Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Community Day/Mother's Day)Monday-Tuesday: Closed except select days Wednesday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Thursday (Ages 18+): 6:00–10:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Community Day/Mother's Day)Monday-Tuesday: Closed except select days Plan Your VisitGetting HerePier 15 (Embarcadero @ Green St.)San Francisco, CA 94111Buy Tickets What's Going On?Daytime Member & Donor HoursEvery Sunday,* 10:00 a.m.–noonEvery Sunday morning, our Daytime members, donors and Corporate Members enjoy exclusive access to the Exploratorium. Let your curiosity roam free through hundreds of exhibits in six spacious indoor and outdoor galleries.Hands-On Activities in the Tinkering StudioEvery Saturday • 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Experiment, play, and co-create while investigating scientific phenomena such as electricity and motion and tinkering with engineering. Explore rotating activities that include investigating electrical circuits and a DIY twist on the classic game Mouse TrapTM.Hands-On Activities in the Tinkering StudioEvery Sunday10:00 a.m.–noon Daytime Members and Donors OnlyNoon–2:00 p.m. Open to the PublicExperiment, play, and co-create while investigating scientific phenomena such as electricity and motion and tinkering with engineering. Explore rotating activities that include investigating electrical circuits and a DIY twist on the classic game Mouse TrapTM.May Is for MembersSunday, May 1, 2022–Tuesday, May 31, 2022May is when we celebrate our members! Lots of on-site perks await you—special activities and giveaways during Members-Only Hours(May 1, 15, 22, 29), 15% off in the Exploratorium Store, and more.May8Día de las Madres | Mother's Day 2022Día de la comunidad | Community Day Domingo 8 de mayo del 2022 | Sunday, May 8, 2022 • 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Todas las madres, y en especial las mamás latinas, y sus familias están invitadas a pagar lo que deseen por un día de diversión en el Exploratorium.All mothers—and especially Mamás latinas—and their families are invited to to pay what you wish for a day of fun at the Exploratorium.May12After Dark: Double Horizon OpeningThursday, May 12, 2022 • 6:00–10:00 p.m. PTGet a special preview of the newest Black Box installation, Lia Halloran’s Double Horizon,an immersive three-screen video installation that envelopes the viewer in the artist's portrait of Los Angeles.All Events #bc5playlist { height:400px; overflow:auto; } #bc5playlist ol{ margin-top: 0; } The Art of Tinkering Dive into tinkering with art, contraptions, exhibits, and experiences for all ages.More Videos .home-video-holder .floatright > a:nth-child(1) { background-color: white; color: black; border: none; background-image: none; text-decoration: underline; margin: 0; padding: 0 1rem; font-size: 0.875rem; font-weight: 200;}Learn Online With UsFeed your curiosity for free—wherever you are. 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