Nightlife

This week, NightLife celebrates the best of the Academy with an evening of after-hours science inside the greenest museum on the planet.

In the aquarium, enjoy nighttime dive shows in our Philippine Coral Reef tank, learn about Claude the albino alligator during a special Swamp Talk, then gaze at the stars (nevermind that SF fog!) with a “Throwback Thursday” repertoire of Morrison Planetarium’s classic shows.

From the biologists who help care for 38,000 live animals to the researchers studying little-known ecosystems on expeditions around the world, there’s no better way to experience the Academy than a curated tour highlighting our insiders’ favorite things.

See what gets Academy staff excited and what we think you just can’t miss during pop-up talks throughout the museum. Plus, view scientific specimens from the Academy’s world-class research collections and the fascinating stories behind them.

Enjoy NightLife’s newest food and drink experience Adult Chemistry, featuring specially curated menus by The Terrace and beverage pairings that range from whiskey to wine. Each tasting offers new and creative ways to expand your palette. Up this week: Fun Fermentation with brewmaster Dave McLean of Magnolia Brewing Co.