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9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday

11:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Tuesday

8:30 – 9:30 am

Sunday

10:00 – 11:00 am

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- Special Membership Offer
  
  Join today and receive up to 3 FREE general admission tickets during Member Appreciation Month. Plus, enjoy special member events, offer and more all October long.
  
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- Brilliant!Science
  
  Join us for an out-of-this-world festival celebrating space exploration and the search for extraterrestrial life.
  
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- The Last Reef 3D
  
  Don a pair of 3D glasses and take a breathtaking underwater journey through iridescent tropical reefs.
  
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- Earthquake Exhibit
  
  Get ready for a kinetic journey into the world of seismic phenomena with Earthquake. The show explores life on our dynamic planet.
  
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- NightLife 2013
  
  Every Thursday night, the Academy opens its doors to adults 21 and over. Mingle, dance, drink, listen and explore the exhibits from 6 pm to 10 pm.
  
  Thursday Nights
- Human Odyssey
  
  Trace the milestones of our species’ fascinating history in a dramatic new addition to Tusher African Hall.
  
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- Academy Sleepovers
  
  Why count sheep when you could count geckos, butterflies, sharks, and penguins? Camp out for a night at the Academy and see the museum in a whole new light.
  
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- Animal Attraction
  
  Come explore this new aquarium gallery that highlights the diverse mating strategies in the animal kingdom.
  
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- Evolving Traditions
  
  Explore this exhibit featuring Native American pottery and silver jewelry.
  
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- Junior Scientist Adventure
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  Become a scientist for a day by checking out a field science backpack full of tools and activities to guide your exploration. Navigate the museum floor in search of hidden treasures and track your progress in a fun field guide! Make your way to the Naturalist Center upstairs on Level 3 at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm daily for a scientific wrap up, sharing your discoveries with an Academy presenter. Questions are encouraged! Backpacks can be picked up at coat check in the lobby upon arrival; availability is limited and backpacks are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. (AGES 9+)

9:30 AM
- Museum Opens
  Admission includes access to all museum and aquarium exhibits, including the rainforest, planetarium, and living roof. Admission to this popular Bay Area attraction includes a wide range of daily programs and activities, including dive shows, penguin feedings, swamp talks and more.
10:30 AM
- Collections Close Up
  Project Lab
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  Swing by the Project Lab and view rarely-displayed specimens from the Academy’s collections. From breathtaking beetles and butterflies to extraordinary skulls and stones, discover a new object every day!
- Penguin Feeding
  African Hall
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  Meet our African Penguin colony while an Academy biologist feeds them and answers your questions.
- Planetarium show - Earthquake: Evidence of a Restless Planet
  Planetarium
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  A sweeping geological journey, Earthquake explores the forces that transform the surface of our planet. After a stunning flight over the San Andreas Fault, audiences travel back in time to experience San Francisco's infamous 1906 earthquake. Data-driven visualizations illustrate Earth's story, revealing how subtle motions and sudden ruptures have shaped our planet over eons—and how geological activity influences the course of human history. Finally, see how scientists and engineers help society prepare for a safer future.
  
  Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
10:40 AM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
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  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
11:00 AM
- Saturday Safari
  African Hall
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  Join us for an imaginary expedition around the corner or around the world! We will begin by using maps to chart our trip, and then be transported via stories, specimens, props, songs and dance. All ages are welcome!
  
  In October, we will explore the birds of California with bird-themed stories and activities.
  
  Free with general admission. Adult supervision required.
- The Last Reef 3D: Cities Beneath the Sea
  Forum Theater
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  Don a pair of 3D glasses and fly across iridescent tropical reefs, brush through a cloud of a thousand jellyfish, visit an alien world where the tiniest creatures support the greatest predators. The Last Reef will take you on a breathtaking journey to these cities beneath the sea, which are as vital to life on Earth as the rain forests. Experience a thrilling underwater journey through the world’s reef ecosystems that uses unprecedented macro 3D cinematography to bring the teeming world of coral reefs to life in the Academy’s Forum Theater, and consider what it would mean if one of these wonderlands were to become the last reef, a very real danger being faced today.
- Sharks to Dinosaurs: A Walk through Time
  Islands of Evolution
  Uncover the Earth’s ancient history and learn about the sharks, tortoises, and dinosaurs that first appeared millions of years ago as you explore the Academy’s exhibits. Step back in time and discover the unique adaptations these amazing species developed for thriving and surviving on a planet that was very different from our modern world.
11:15 AM
- Planetarium show - Cosmic Collisions
  Planetarium
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  From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic collisions are a universal force of nature. Creative and destructive, dynamic and dazzling, collisions have resulted in many things we take for granted — the glowing Moon, the Sun's warmth and light, our changing seasons, waves washing up on a sandy shore. They've ended the age of the dinosaurs and changed the very map of the cosmos, reforming galaxies and giving birth to new stars and new worlds. Cosmic Collisions, produced by the American Museum of Natural History and narrated by Robert Redford, provides an unprecedented and extraordinary view of these catastrophic and constructive events that have shaped our world and our universe. Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
11:25 AM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
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  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
11:30 AM
- Coral Reef Dive
  Coral Reef Exhibit
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  Watch as a diver suits up in SCUBA gear and plunges into the world’s deepest living coral reef exhibit. Outfitted with an underwater microphone, the diver will answer all of your reef-related questions.
- Junior Scientist Adventure Wrap - Up
  Naturalist Center
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  Want to be a scientist for the day? Have a Junior Scientist Adventure! Start by grabbing a field pack of tools and activities at coat check then head to a Junior Scientist Adventure Wrap-Up to share your discoveries or learn more! Wrap-Ups happen daily at 11:30 and 2:30 in the Naturalist Center on Level 3. There you will find friendly presenters who are eager to help you and learn about what you found. (AGES 9+, availability is limited)
12:00 PM
- The Last Reef 3D: Cities Beneath the Sea
  Forum Theater
  View larger
  Don a pair of 3D glasses and fly across iridescent tropical reefs, brush through a cloud of a thousand jellyfish, visit an alien world where the tiniest creatures support the greatest predators. The Last Reef will take you on a breathtaking journey to these cities beneath the sea, which are as vital to life on Earth as the rain forests. Experience a thrilling underwater journey through the world’s reef ecosystems that uses unprecedented macro 3D cinematography to bring the teeming world of coral reefs to life in the Academy’s Forum Theater, and consider what it would mean if one of these wonderlands were to become the last reef, a very real danger being faced today.
- Planetarium show - Earthquake: Evidence of a Restless Planet
  Planetarium
  View larger
  A sweeping geological journey, Earthquake explores the forces that transform the surface of our planet. After a stunning flight over the San Andreas Fault, audiences travel back in time to experience San Francisco's infamous 1906 earthquake. Data-driven visualizations illustrate Earth's story, revealing how subtle motions and sudden ruptures have shaped our planet over eons—and how geological activity influences the course of human history. Finally, see how scientists and engineers help society prepare for a safer future.
  
  Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
- Out of the Lab
  Project Lab
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  Curious to get a behind-the-scenes perspective on Academy research and the labs where the work gets done? Scientists will join visitors at the Project Lab to share stories about dissecting and documenting the many specimens collected on their global expeditions. Have a burning science question? Ask a real scientist!
12:10 PM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
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  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
12:30 PM
- Wonders of the California Coast
  Northern California Coast
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  Under the waves and beyond the beaches of California lies one of the world’s richest marine communities. Learn why a rockfish rests motionless on the ocean floor, what sea urchins and leopard sharks find delicious, and how these diverse ocean inhabitants are connected to each other—and to us!
12:45 PM
- Planetarium show - Cosmic Collisions
  Planetarium
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  From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic collisions are a universal force of nature. Creative and destructive, dynamic and dazzling, collisions have resulted in many things we take for granted — the glowing Moon, the Sun's warmth and light, our changing seasons, waves washing up on a sandy shore. They've ended the age of the dinosaurs and changed the very map of the cosmos, reforming galaxies and giving birth to new stars and new worlds. Cosmic Collisions, produced by the American Museum of Natural History and narrated by Robert Redford, provides an unprecedented and extraordinary view of these catastrophic and constructive events that have shaped our world and our universe. Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
12:55 PM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
  View larger
  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
1:00 PM
- Science Discovery
  Project Lab
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  Meet Project Lab scientists as they share and discuss specimens from the Academy’s collections and around the world. Learn about the fascinating research these scientists conduct everyday and what we learn from preserving these important specimens. Curious minds are encouraged!
- Ssssnake Encounter
  Science in Action
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  Meet some of the Academy’s live snakes in-person! While viewing these fascinating (and harmless!) animals in the flesh, we will learn about snakes’ unique natural history, their predatory behavior, and their surprising special senses.
- The Last Reef 3D: Cities Beneath the Sea
  Forum Theater
  View larger
  Don a pair of 3D glasses and fly across iridescent tropical reefs, brush through a cloud of a thousand jellyfish, visit an alien world where the tiniest creatures support the greatest predators. The Last Reef will take you on a breathtaking journey to these cities beneath the sea, which are as vital to life on Earth as the rain forests. Experience a thrilling underwater journey through the world’s reef ecosystems that uses unprecedented macro 3D cinematography to bring the teeming world of coral reefs to life in the Academy’s Forum Theater, and consider what it would mean if one of these wonderlands were to become the last reef, a very real danger being faced today.
1:30 PM
- Planetarium show - Earthquake: Evidence of a Restless Planet
  Planetarium
  View larger
  A sweeping geological journey, Earthquake explores the forces that transform the surface of our planet. After a stunning flight over the San Andreas Fault, audiences travel back in time to experience San Francisco's infamous 1906 earthquake. Data-driven visualizations illustrate Earth's story, revealing how subtle motions and sudden ruptures have shaped our planet over eons—and how geological activity influences the course of human history. Finally, see how scientists and engineers help society prepare for a safer future.
  
  Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
- Discovery Nature Walk
  Swamp
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  Join us for a 30-minute nature walk, exploring gardens and groves that surround the Academy. Learn about the importance of native plants and trees and how they support animals in Golden Gate Park, and the hidden history behind this unique and unusual ecosystem.
1:40 PM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
  View larger
  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
2:00 PM
- The Last Reef 3D: Cities Beneath the Sea
  Forum Theater
  View larger
  Don a pair of 3D glasses and fly across iridescent tropical reefs, brush through a cloud of a thousand jellyfish, visit an alien world where the tiniest creatures support the greatest predators. The Last Reef will take you on a breathtaking journey to these cities beneath the sea, which are as vital to life on Earth as the rain forests. Experience a thrilling underwater journey through the world’s reef ecosystems that uses unprecedented macro 3D cinematography to bring the teeming world of coral reefs to life in the Academy’s Forum Theater, and consider what it would mean if one of these wonderlands were to become the last reef, a very real danger being faced today.
- Connect with a Scientist! - October 5th
  Science in Action
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  Join us for a fun interview with an Academy scientist as they share their cutting edge work and exciting discoveries. Learn the tricks of their trade through dynamic demonstrations and get answers to the science questions you’ve always wanted to know. Meet a new guest scientist every week!
  
  October 5th: Meet sea slug seeker Joshua Hallas and learn how studying these unshelled "jewels of the sea" can lead to unexpected adventures.
2:15 PM
- Planetarium show - Cosmic Collisions
  Planetarium
  View larger
  From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic collisions are a universal force of nature. Creative and destructive, dynamic and dazzling, collisions have resulted in many things we take for granted — the glowing Moon, the Sun's warmth and light, our changing seasons, waves washing up on a sandy shore. They've ended the age of the dinosaurs and changed the very map of the cosmos, reforming galaxies and giving birth to new stars and new worlds. Cosmic Collisions, produced by the American Museum of Natural History and narrated by Robert Redford, provides an unprecedented and extraordinary view of these catastrophic and constructive events that have shaped our world and our universe. Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
2:25 PM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
  View larger
  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
2:30 PM
- Junior Scientist Adventure Wrap - Up
  Naturalist Center
  View larger
  Want to be a scientist for the day? Have a Junior Scientist Adventure! Start by grabbing a field pack of tools and activities at coat check then head to a Junior Scientist Adventure Wrap-Up to share your discoveries or learn more! Wrap-Ups happen daily at 11:30 and 2:30 in the Naturalist Center on Level 3. There you will find friendly presenters who are eager to help you and learn about what you found. (AGES 9+, availability is limited)
- Coral Reef Dive
  Coral Reef Exhibit
  View larger
  Watch as a diver suits up in SCUBA gear and plunges into the world’s deepest living coral reef exhibit. Outfitted with an underwater microphone, the diver will answer all of your reef-related questions.
3:00 PM
- The Last Reef 3D: Cities Beneath the Sea
  Forum Theater
  View larger
  Don a pair of 3D glasses and fly across iridescent tropical reefs, brush through a cloud of a thousand jellyfish, visit an alien world where the tiniest creatures support the greatest predators. The Last Reef will take you on a breathtaking journey to these cities beneath the sea, which are as vital to life on Earth as the rain forests. Experience a thrilling underwater journey through the world’s reef ecosystems that uses unprecedented macro 3D cinematography to bring the teeming world of coral reefs to life in the Academy’s Forum Theater, and consider what it would mean if one of these wonderlands were to become the last reef, a very real danger being faced today.
- Planetarium show - Earthquake: Evidence of a Restless Planet
  Planetarium
  View larger
  A sweeping geological journey, Earthquake explores the forces that transform the surface of our planet. After a stunning flight over the San Andreas Fault, audiences travel back in time to experience San Francisco's infamous 1906 earthquake. Data-driven visualizations illustrate Earth's story, revealing how subtle motions and sudden ruptures have shaped our planet over eons—and how geological activity influences the course of human history. Finally, see how scientists and engineers help society prepare for a safer future.
  
  Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
  View larger
  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
- Penguin Feeding
  African Hall
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  Meet our African Penguin colony while an Academy biologist feeds them and answers your questions.
3:30 PM
- Swamp Discovery
  Swamp
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  Learn more about these wetland ecosystems of the Southeast United States and their hidden value. Listen to sounds of swamp inhabitants as we follow the life of the American alligator from hatchling chirps to the booming bellows of mature adults, all beneath the moss-draped limbs of a bald cypress.
3:45 PM
- Planetarium show - Cosmic Collisions
  Planetarium
  View larger
  From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic collisions are a universal force of nature. Creative and destructive, dynamic and dazzling, collisions have resulted in many things we take for granted — the glowing Moon, the Sun's warmth and light, our changing seasons, waves washing up on a sandy shore. They've ended the age of the dinosaurs and changed the very map of the cosmos, reforming galaxies and giving birth to new stars and new worlds. Cosmic Collisions, produced by the American Museum of Natural History and narrated by Robert Redford, provides an unprecedented and extraordinary view of these catastrophic and constructive events that have shaped our world and our universe. Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
3:55 PM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
  View larger
  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
4:00 PM
- The Last Reef 3D: Cities Beneath the Sea
  Forum Theater
  View larger
  Don a pair of 3D glasses and fly across iridescent tropical reefs, brush through a cloud of a thousand jellyfish, visit an alien world where the tiniest creatures support the greatest predators. The Last Reef will take you on a breathtaking journey to these cities beneath the sea, which are as vital to life on Earth as the rain forests. Experience a thrilling underwater journey through the world’s reef ecosystems that uses unprecedented macro 3D cinematography to bring the teeming world of coral reefs to life in the Academy’s Forum Theater, and consider what it would mean if one of these wonderlands were to become the last reef, a very real danger being faced today.
4:30 PM
- Planetarium show - Earthquake: Evidence of a Restless Planet
  Planetarium
  View larger
  A sweeping geological journey, Earthquake explores the forces that transform the surface of our planet. After a stunning flight over the San Andreas Fault, audiences travel back in time to experience San Francisco's infamous 1906 earthquake. Data-driven visualizations illustrate Earth's story, revealing how subtle motions and sudden ruptures have shaped our planet over eons—and how geological activity influences the course of human history. Finally, see how scientists and engineers help society prepare for a safer future.
  
  Please note that this schedule is subject to change due to exhibit closures or special events.
  
  The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first come first serve basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pick up a show pass. In addition, please remember that shows may not be appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
  
  School and youth groups are required to have an advance reservation in a school show in order to attend the Planetarium. Please check your reservation carefully for confirmation of any requested programs, we do not accept walkup requests on the day of your field trip.
4:40 PM
- Live presentation: Hubble's Hidden Treasures
  Planetarium Entrance
  View larger
  What are we learning from this famous telescope and the stunning images it returns to Earth? Explore the scientific contributions of one of the most successful missions in space exploration - and how it almost wasn’t. Uncover the mysteries of our universe in this live, 15-minute program hosted by our planetarium presenters in Hohfeld Hall. Show passes are not required, but space is limited. Enter Hohfeld Hall from the south (Lab Jr. Store) side. This featurette is an excellent alternative for parents with children too young for the Planetarium.
5:00 PM
- Museum Closes
  Tickets can be purchased up to an hour before closing.

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