Seal and Sea Lion Superstars of 2013This month we wrap up 2013 with a special Marine Science Sunday highlighting our Seal and Sea Lion Superstars of 2013. In 2013, The Marine Mammal Center has rescued over 500 animals, ranging from the California sea lion, to the elephant seal, to the threatened fur seal and we will ...
Do you know a young person interested in nature? Take them to Junior Academy: Naturalist Know-how!December's skill is Tricky Tracks: Learn how to identify animal tracks in dirt and snow.Sign-up at 1:30pm at Naturalist Center / Lab (Level 3 across from the Planetarium exit)This program is designed for youth ages ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
The Science of Heat and TemperatureJoin Exploratorium scientist Ron Hipschman for colorful explorations of the physical world.What's the difference between heat and temperature? We use the terms interchangeably, but they have precise meanings to physicists. How does your thermostat work and how does a Thermos® know to keep a hot thing hot and a cold ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
The Science of (Holiday) Light Walking TourJoin us on this festive trek and gain a new appreciation for some of the city's most spectacular light displays. We'll stroll along San Francisco stairways, side streets, and scenic vistas, admiring the local holiday handiwork while doing experiments with color mixing and animation, and talking about light. Learn about ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $25 adults, $15 under 18