The Lawrence Hall of Science
Arts & Entertainment · Berkeley, CA
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Science center at the University of California, Berkeley, with hands-on exhibits & a planetarium.
Offerings
- Champagne SupernovaAnnual benefit event.
- yuutka: the Place of the AcornLessons From the Land yuutka is a Chochenyo word that translates to the “place of the acorn.” Beneath the shade
- Science is People PoweredMeet Science Heroes Science doesn’t just happen in laboratories. It’s in our neighborhoods, our parks, and our everyday choices. Science
- 3D Theater$6 + AdmissionExperience science on the big screen in our dynamic 3D Theater. Watch as stunning visuals from popular science films pop out and make a BIG impact.
- Future of FoodExplore how science, technology, and tradition are shaping what we eat. Discover a world where food choices can help heal the planet, fuel our bodies,
- Curiosity Corner/Esquina CuriosaA playful space for kids aged 2-6 and their adults. Come in, stay curious, and let the adventures begin!
- Playtopia JuegolandiaNurture your future scientists’ innate curiosity in our Playtopia / Juegolandia, designed specifically for visitors 6 and under (and their grown-ups).
- Dinosaur LookoutCome face-to-face with some of the most fascinating and fearsome creatures that ever walked the Earth.
- Inside AI/Explorando IAEngage with interactive artificial intelligence activities and experiment with AI to see how smart it is–and isnt!
- Animal Discovery ZoneWith our international colony of teaching animals—from chinchillas to box turtles—you can learn about animal behavior and habitats. Our knowledgeable staff will introduce you to
- Making MusicMusic means many things to many people, but at its core, all music is built on the same scientific and mathematical principles. In our latest
- Hands-on BiotechHands-on Biotech focuses on discovering the microscopic worlds inside all living things and sparking curiosity about how life’s processes can help us answer questions and
- BugtopiaDiscover what its like to see your favorite bugs up close and personal with augmented reality! Scan QR codes to create 3D models of astonishing
- The Robert and Elizabeth Karplus Outdoor Nature LabFrom the native vegetation to a range of guided and self-driven experiences, the Robert and Elizabeth Karplus Outdoor Nature Lab provides a unique space where
- Pheena the Fin WhaleClimb on a life-sized replica of a teenage fin whale—the second largest whale in the world!
- Stop-Motion StoriesSee your own stories and ideas come to life using stop-motion. Stop-motion is an animation technique that has been used by filmmakers for over 100
- Celebrating Nature’s DiversityFrom African Elephants to Whooping Cranes, the diversity of animals that call our planet home is breathtaking. This permanent installation features stunning photography from the
- DNA SculptureExperience the shape of a double helix firsthand by climbing inside our massive DNA sculpture. DNA in your trillions of cells carries the genetic messages
- Sunstones IIPeer through and climb on to explore this 18-foot high granite, outdoor astronomical sculpture. Sunstones II links science with art, and even offers special viewing
- Planetarium$6 + AdmissionExplore the universe and survey the night sky, all from your seat. Our planetarium programs are live and interactive, so bring your questions and curiosity.
- KevaAny visitor of any age can be an architect, a builder, an engineer, or a designer with KEVA planks. See how high, how intricate, and
- Ingenuity ChallengesFlex Your Design Muscles. It’s fun to use your ingenuity to solve problems and meet challenges! By approaching things in creative ways, and by applying
- Rocket LaunchLaunching a rocket into space is a difficult task because of various factors. The efficiency, reliability, and safety of a rocket all depend on the
- Shake RattleDesign, build, and test your own earthquake-safe structures. Explore how buildings behave when the earth starts to shake, and how engineers use science to build
- Forces That Shape the BayStep into our interactive, outdoor science park to learn how water erosion, earthquakes, weather, and other geologic forces have worked together to create the Bay
- Science On a SphereScience On a Sphere (SOS)® is a three-dimensional video projection of our planet. This six-foot globe hovers in the air and displays stunning visual effects,
- Ernest O. LawrenceExplore the scientific discoveries and innovations of The Lawrences namesake, Ernest Orlando Lawrence. His invention of the first cyclotron earned him the Nobel Prize in
- Cambrian ExplosionThe paper sculptures in this exhibit may look like aliens from another planet, but they are actually time travelers from some 540 million years ago.
- T. RexExplore the life of the king of dinosaurs! Anchored by a science expedition with a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, T. Rex 3D celebrates the celebrity status of this perennially popular A-list dinosaur. With hat tips to famous specimens, landmark discoveries, and wild cinematic depictions over the last 100 years, the film explores the interplay between speculation and evidence, revealing how the scientific process refreshes and reimagines the behavior and look of a cultural icon.
- Wild AsiaBe swept away on an epic journey across the world’s largest continent whose extreme landscapes have pushed wildlife to the limit! Get an intimate look at elusive Snow Leopards and Tiger moms in Nepal raising their young, catch glimpses of the secretive red panda in its remote forest stronghold, meet the remarkable long-eared jumping Jerboa in the harsh Gobi Desert, and more. Each story reveals the incredible ways in which wildlife has adapted to thrive in these challenging habitats.
- Shark KingdomDiscover how the oceans top predator uses hidden super senses to be a key player in the marine ecosystem. In some of the world’s best diving locations like The Bahamas and Cook Islands, get up close to these awe-inspiring creatures and be immersed in the larger story of our shared oceans. Each shark species wields unique powers to help them survive and protect their diverse habitats, whether it’s a great white settling in the wild and wind-swept seas of New Zealand, whaler sharks learning to coexist with Australian fishermen, or black tip reef sharks venturing from Tahiti mangroves to the open ocean.
- Dia de los Muertos Community CelebrationCelebrate Dia de los Muertos with a collaborative community ofrenda, an altar of offerings and remembrance, alongside Tierra Rituals. Bilingual: English and Spanish.
- The Lawrence at Oakland Dia de los Muertos FestivalCelebrate Dia de los Muertos with The Lawrence Hall of Science at the Oakland Dia de los Muertos Festival!
- Solids, Liquids, and GasesDiscover the phase-changing, mind-bending world of solids, liquids, and gases through thrilling experiments. Perfect for grades TK-6.
- Shocking Nature of WildfiresLearn about how charges can impact the world around us through several bright and explosive demonstrations. Spark an interest in electricity and fire safety in this spectacular show! Perfect for grades K-8.
Location
The Lawrence Hall of Science
1 Centennial Dr, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
Berkeley, CA 94720
Hours
- wednesday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- thursday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- friday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- saturday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- sunday
- 10:00 – 17:00
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