Our goal is to help people join us in our mission to explore, explain, and protect the natural world. Join us in telling visual stories on conservation issues. Direct your passion for photography towards purposeful change in the world.
![]() | Conservation PhotographyConservation photography is a vision of photography that has a long history with a new purpose. A conservation photographer's work begins once they click the shutter. It's what you do with these images that matters as it takes you into the active role of affecting conservation for the natural world. |
| Conservation Photography Workshop Sunday, May 12th 1:00-4:00 pm Please Note:We will meet at the Business Reception Desk at the backdoor of the Academy at 12:45pm. Reservations: Members: $40, General: $50 Space is limited. To reserve a place today, buy a ticket online or over the phone at 1-877-227-1831 |
| Pritzker Lecture: Wednesday, March 13th 7:00 PM in the Planetarium Reservations: Members: free, General $12, Seniors $10. Seating is limited. To reserve a place today, buy a ticket online or over the phone at 1-877-227-1831 |
| In Partnership With The San Francisco Public Library Wednesday, May 22 at 6:00pm, SF Main Library Reservations: This is a free event at the The San Francisco Main Library. in the Koret Auditorium on the ground floor. Seating is limited. Reservations will be available in mid February and are encouraged. |
![]() | Photo CompetitionThe LoveLife photo competition is back! Submit your loveliest photos of the California Academy of Sciences and the natural world for judging by a team of Academy insiders. Vote to nominate your favorite photos online for the People’s Choice Award. Prizes include a $100 gift card, Academy Behind-the-Scenes tours and more! Visit the LoveLife photo exhibit in the Academy Children’s Gallery to see past winners. |
| Our Real World Meetup Community |
| Conservation Photography Flickr Pool |
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Academy Lectures |
The Academy is committed to engaging, inspiring, and empowering the public with its scientific mission.
- Pritzker Member Lectures
- Astronomy Lectures
- Special Author Talks
- Conversations at the Herbst
Our lecture programs offer thought provoking discussions on topics such as, ecology, sustainability, natural history, biodiversity, evolution and the science of life. Learn More »
Citizen Science |
The Academy conducts several Citizen Science projects that rely on your help. This is your chance to join in on the research.
- Biodiversity Survey at Mt. Tam
- Intertidal Survey at Pillar Point
- San Francisco Biodiversity
This is just a small sample of projects available to individuals in the Bay Area. Learn More »
Member Perks |
- Free unlimited daily admission
- Personalized member card
- Members-only hours
- Free Pritzker Members' Lectures
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