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Stephanie Greenman Stone (415) 379-5121
sstone@calacademy.org
What's On in August at the California Academy of Sciences
Exhibits, Events, Courses, and Lectures
EXHIBITS
African Penguin Colony - ongoing exhibit
Watch as The Academy's African penguins dip and dive in their new tank,
which contains four times as much water and nearly twice as much land
as their old home in Golden Gate Park. Enjoy feeding shows every day at
11:00 am and 3:30 pm. During the shows, visitors may watch and ask questions
as one the Academy's aquatic biologists dons a wet suit, measures the
temperature of the air and water, and then steps into the pool to toss
vitamin-stuffed herring and capelin to the penguins. Each feeding takes
20 minutes. Open every day from 10 am to 5 pm. California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000.
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Chocolate - June 11 through September 5, 2005
A unique tree in a lush tropical environment. A seed so precious it was
used by the Aztecs as a form of money. A spicy drink and a sweet snack.
Chocolate is all this… and much more. Journey through history to get the
complete story behind the tasty treat we crave in Chocolate: The Exhibition.
Begin in the rainforest and explore the unique cacao tree whose seeds
started it all. Visit the ancient Maya and Aztec civilizations and discover
what chocolate meant nearly 1,500 years ago. Finally, follow chocolate's
introduction into the upper class of European society and its transformation
into a mass- produced world commodity. Chocolate is a sweet experience
for all ages! Open every day from 10 am to 5 pm. California Academy of
Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Coral Reef - ongoing exhibit
View a two-story, 20,000-gallon coral reef tank that features dozens of
tropical reef fish as well as a wide variety of colorful corals. Children
will especially love seeing the common clownfish (often called Nemo) and
the blue tang (otherwise known as Dory). Wetsuit-clad divers enter the
tank every Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 pm to care for the corals and clean
the tank walls. Academy biologists are using this enormous tank to test
ideas for the even larger 225,000-gallon coral reef tank that will be
a part of the New Academy when it opens in Golden Gate Park in 2008. Open
every day from 10 am - 5 pm. California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street. (415) 379-8000.
SSsssnake Alley - ongoing exhibit
They're scaly, slinky, and slithery, and they line the walls of a winding
passageway called SSsssnake Alley. View Steinhart Aquarium residents that
formerly made their home in the Swamp in Golden Gate Park, including the
anaconda, African rock python, ball python, pine snake, vine snakes, California
kingsnake, ground boas, and emerald tree boas. Stop by and say hello to
some of your favorite slithering snakes. Open every day from 10 am to
5 pm. California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000.
Touch Tidepool - ongoing exhibit
During your next trip to the aquarium, don't let the fish have all the
fun - start splashing at the Touch Tidepool, where visitors can handle
a few of the animals that live along the California coastline, including
turban snails, hermit crabs, and sea cucumbers. The tidepool is staffed
from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm almost every day with naturalists and trained
nature lovers who can answer questions about the animals and their habitat.
Even when facilitators are not present, clear plexiglass tank walls allow
visitors to view the tidepool inhabitants. Open every day from 10 am to
5 pm. California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000.
Steinhart Aquarium - ongoing exhibit
View thousands of fishes, a captivating array of reptiles and amphibians,
and the Academy's beloved penguin colony at Steinhart Aquarium every day.
Now that the animals are happily housed at 875 Howard Street, visitors
may view them in up-close displays that bring the back of the house to
the front, allowing the public to see the equipment and technology required
to keep an aquarium running. Open every day from 10 am to 5 pm. California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000.
Scientific Illustration - March 1 - August 31, 2005
Recent works by the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators will be on display
through August 31, 2005. The skills of the scientific illustrator must
extend far beyond the ability to create an attractive drawing. In addition
to mastering the standard repertoire of artists' techniques, successful
scientific illustrators must be proficient in a host of techniques and
methods unique to their field. View watercolor, graphite, and digital
works by Northern California masters. Open every day from 10 am to 5 pm.
California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000.
AUGUST EVENTS
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EVERY DAY
Penguin Feedings
During daily penguin feeding shows, visitors may watch and ask questions
as one of the Academy's aquatic biologists dons a wet suit, measures the
temperature of the air and water, and then steps into the pool to toss
vitamin-stuffed herring and capelin to the penguins. Each feeding takes
20 minutes. Every day at 11 am and 3:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
EVERY WEDNESDAY- SUNDAY
Hands-on Science at the Academy
Hands-on learning demonstrators teach visitors of all ages how to examine
microscopic aquatic life or study adaptations of marine animals. Takes
place every Wednesday through Sunday in July at 4 pm; California Academy
of Sciences, 875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2
Salamanders in your Backyard
Explore the worlds of secretive salamander species, examine specimens,
and meet a live fire-bellied newt. 11 am-12 pm; California Academy of
Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco. (415) 379-8000. Free with
museum admission.
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4
Coral Reef Caretaking
Watch as an Academy biologist suits up in SCUBA gear and dives into the
Academy's two-story Coral Reef tank to care for the reef's inhabitants.
During this 20-minute dive, the biologist will clean the tank windows
and feed the anemones and fish. 2:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 2 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Chocolate Soap Making Demonstration
Join Sky Valley Farm for a chocolate soap making demonstration and learn
about the health benefits of natural ingredients in soaps. 2-4 pm; California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 10:30 am; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Bird Beak Buffet
Study and compare bird specimens while learning about how varied bill
shapes help our feathered friends eat different foods. 1:30 & 3:30 pm;
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118.
(415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Chocolate & Wine Tasting
Pair chocolates from Peter Rabbit's Chocolate Factory, voted best Chocolatier
this year by MetroActive, with wines from Hart's Desire Winery, a small,
family owned winery known for superior balanced wines. 1-3 pm; California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 7
Recchiuti Confections
Chocolate Tasting Sample chocolates from Recchiuti Confections while learning
from the chef about chocolate infusions and artistry. Recchiuti is known
for the fresh flavors and elegant beauty of its chocolates. 1-3 pm; California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 9
Skull Detectives
Dissect owl pellets with Academy naturalists. Learn how to use scientific
keys to identify skulls, compare your bones with those of native herbivores,
and prepare your own specimens to take home. 1:30 - 3 pm; California Academy
of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10
Coral Reef Caretaking
Watch as an Academy biologist suits up in SCUBA gear and dives into the
Academy's two-story Coral Reef tank to care for the reef's inhabitants.
During this 20-minute dive, the biologist will clean the tank windows
and feed the anemones and fish. 2:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
Venomous Fish
See preserved specimens of some of the world's most venomous fishes, and
learn about their ecology and behavior. 1-3 pm; California Academy of
Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free
with museum admission.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 12
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 2 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Lake Champlain Chocolate Tasting
Sample single-origin chocolates from Lake Champlain Chocolates and discover
how the geographic origin of chocolate affects its flavor. 2-4 pm; California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 10:30 am; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Your Chocolate Figurine Make your own chocolate figurine to take home
using special molds. 2-4 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14
California Mammals
Explore the diversity of California mammals. Join educators to touch pelts,
examine skulls, and learn more about wild animals and their adaptations
to life in diverse habitats. 1-2 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875
Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
Godiva Chocolate Creations
Godiva will create chefs out of kids during two one hour sessions from
1-2 pm and 2-3 pm. Kids will don chef hats, learn the art of dipping,
create chocolate animals, and take home goodie bags. Each class can accommodate
25 children, first come first serve. 1-3 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, SF, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17
Lunch Break Lecture Series: Giant Sea Bass
Explore the life history of Steinhart Aquarium's 120-pound Giant sea bass.
12 pm; California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118.
94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Coral Reef Caretaking
Watch as an Academy biologist suits up in SCUBA gear and dives into the
Academy's two-story Coral Reef tank to care for the reef's inhabitants.
During this 20-minute dive, the biologist will clean the tank windows
and feed the anemones and fish. 2:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18
Third Thursday
Filled with cocktails, conversation, clownfish, and corals, the Academy
after-hours is the place to be on the third Thursday of every month. Explore
exhibits and aquarium displays while listening to live music and enjoying
a no-host bar. 5-9 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street,
San Francisco. (415) 379-8000. $5 admission.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 2 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Fantastic Fish Finding
Get your hands wet and slimy while you practice using dichotomous keys
to identify common fish of the San Francisco Bay. 11 am-12 pm; California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
Chocolate Menus and Music
Collect chocolate recipes, get tips from a chef about working with chocolate,
and learn music and food pairings. 2-4 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, SF, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 10:30 am; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Chocolate Festival
Celebrate the taste and culinary history of chocolate by participating
in a full day of demonstrations, tastings, and activities for families.
11 am - 4:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San
Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Traditional Medicinal Uses of Cacao: 11 am - 4:30 pm
Meet a Curandero (traditional healer) and learn about the ways that
chocolate is used in traditional Mexican medicines.
Chocolate for the Skin: 11:30 am
Learn about the non-edible uses of cocoa powder and cocoa butter as
ingredients in skin-care products, and test handmade chocolate cosmetic
products from Lush.
Cacao: The Botanist's Perspective: 1 pm
What does cacao look like? Where does it grow? In this illustrated talk,
an Academy botanist presents the natural history and ecological aspects
of cacao.
Xocolatl in the Supermarket: 2:30 pm
To the Aztecs, xocolatl was the "Food of the Gods" and figured prominently
in both ritual ceremonies and their regular diet. Today, many chocolate
items are available in local Mexican markets. Learn how these products
are used for preparing traditional fare, and taste delicious samples.
Birds, Roaches, and Chocolate: 4 pm
Meet live roaches from the tropical rainforest, and learn why these
arthropods - and others - are vital for cacao plant ecosystems and the
birds they support.
What's That Ant in my Kitchen?
Learn how to collect and identify local ant species. Researchers working
on the Bay Area Ant Survey will be available to answer questions and provide
information on participating in this exciting scientific project. Materials
will be provided. 2-3 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street,
San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24
Skulls Tell it All
Can you tell what an animal eats by looking at its skull? Does it hunt
other animals or is it hunted? Examine skull specimens from different
animals and answer all these questions and more. 12-1 pm; California Academy
of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
Coral Reef Caretaking
Watch as an Academy biologist suits up in SCUBA gear and dives into the
Academy's two-story Coral Reef tank to care for the reef's inhabitants.
During this 20-minute dive, the biologist will clean the tank windows
and feed the anemones and fish. 2:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 26
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 2 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Cacao Anasa & Vermeer Tasting
Taste exotic handcrafted chocolates from Cacao Anasa, then wash them down
with a sip of Vermeer Dutch Chocolate Cream Liqueur - an irresistible
blend of pure Dutch chocolate, premium vodka, and rich cream. 2-4 pm;
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118.
(415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 27
Children's Story Time
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. 10:30 am; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard
Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Truffle Making & Tasting
Join pastry chef instructor Mark Hodgson from the Culinary Arts and Hospitality
Studies Department, City College of San Francisco, for a tasty truffle-making
demonstration. 1-3 pm; California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street,
San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28
Global Warming Demonstration
Explore factors that affect global warming on Earth and elsewhere by sending
virtual space probes to explore the nearby planets in our solar system.
Your discoveries could help affect the future of the planet! 11:30 am
- 3 pm; California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118.
94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31
Raptor Dinosaurs: Bird-like Predators of the Mesozoic
A lively presentation for all ages on Velociraptor and its close relatives.
Examine fossil casts and mechanical models with Academy educators to see
what these amazing Cretaceous killers were really like, inside and out.
11 am - 1 pm; California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118.
(415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
Coral Reef Caretaking
Watch as an Academy biologist suits up in SCUBA gear and dives into the
Academy's two-story Coral Reef tank to care for the reef's inhabitants.
During this 20-minute dive, the biologist will clean the tank windows
and feed the anemones and fish. 2:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
AUGUST COURSES & LECTURES
MONDAY, AUGUST 8
Chocolate: The Eighth Wonder of the World
Lecture by Robert Steinberg of Scharffen Berger Chocolate
A complex production process is required to transform the seeds of the
cacao pod into one of the world's truly universal edible wonders. Join
Steinberg, the co-founder of Berkeley's Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker,
as he describes the path that must be followed to bring chocolate, as
we know it, into the world. He will also address the myths surrounding
the supposed health benefits of chocolate. 2 pm & 7:30 pm; $8; California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco. For tickets, call
(415) 379-8000.
WEDNEDAY - FRIDAY, AUGUST 10-12
Exploring Local Biodiversity
Overnight Fieldtrip with Amy Dean
Are you a teenager who loves exploring the outdoors and learning about
plants and animals? Will you be a sophomore, junior, or senior in high
school next year? Then this three-day overnight course in field biology
is just for you! Begin at the Academy to see some of our amazing specimen
collections on a behind-the-scenes tour. Afterwards, it's off to the Romberg
Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies for exciting hands-on activities,
such as creating your own field journal, starting your own specimen collection,
and collecting and identifying plankton. Spend the last day aboard the
research vessel Questuary for field sampling on the San Francisco Bay.
Suitable for students entering grades ten to twelve. 8:30 am Wednesday
- 7 pm Friday; $340 (Scholarships, based on financial need, are available);
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118. To register
or for more info, call (415) 379-8000.
SATURDAY - SUNDAY, AUGUST 27-28
Pigeons Are Birds Too
Sketching Workshop with Carolynne Griffin
Sometimes called "rats with wings" or "urban vermin," pigeons are among
the most reviled denizens of the avian world. Gain new respect for these
underappreciated birds on this two-day sketching workshop. Learn about
their fascinating history, including their long association with humans,
and their adaptations to city life. Discover how to sketch them in the
classroom, and then walk down the block to practice techniques at Yerba
Buena Gardens. On the workshop's second day, sketch these ubiquitous birds
at Golden Gate Park. Suitable for adults and teens ages fifteen and up.
9:30 am - 2 pm Saturday, 10 am - 12:30 pm Sunday; $60; California Academy
of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco. To register or for more
info, call (415) 379-8000.
ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
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PENGUIN FEEDINGS
Every Day
During daily penguin feeding shows, visitors may watch and ask questions
as one of the Academy's aquatic biologists dons a wet suit, measures the
temperature of the air and water, and then steps into the pool to toss
vitamin-stuffed herring and capelin to the penguins. Each feeding takes
20 minutes. Every day at 11 am & 3:30 pm; California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
CHILDREN'S STORY TIME
Fridays, August 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 2 pm
Saturdays, August 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 10:30 am
Children ages three to seven are welcome to join us for stories about
the power of plants. California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street,
San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
CORAL REEF CARETAKING
Wednesdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 2:30 pm
Watch as an Academy biologist suits up in SCUBA gear and dives into the
Academy's two-story Coral Reef tank to care for the reef's inhabitants.
During this 20-minute dive, the biologist will clean the tank windows
and feed the anemones and fish. A second biologist will be available to
answer questions. California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San
Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
SALAMANDERS IN YOUR BACKYARD
Tuesday, August 2 from 11 am - 12 pm
Explore the worlds of secretive salamander species, examine specimens,
and meet a live fire-bellied newt. California Academy of Sciences, 875
Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
BIRD BEAK BUFFET
Saturday, August 6 at 1:30 & 3:30 pm
Compare bird specimens while learning about how varied bill shapes help
our feathered friends eat different foods. California Academy of Sciences,
875 Howard Street, SF. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
YOUR CHOCOLATE FIGURINE
Saturday, August 13 from 2-4 pm
Make your own chocolate figurine to take home using special molds. California
Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000.
Free with museum admission.
GODIVA CHOCOLATE CREATIONS
Sunday, August 14 from 1-3 pm
Godiva will create chefs out of kids during two one hour sessions from
1-2 pm and 2-3 pm. Kids will don chef hats, learn the art of dipping,
create chocolate animals, and take home goodie bags. Each class can accommodate
25 children, first come first serve. California Academy of Sciences, 875
Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum
admission.
FANTASTIC FISH FINDING
Friday, August 19 from 11 am-12 pm
Get your hands wet and slimy while you practice using dichotomous keys
to identify common fish of the San Francisco Bay. California Academy of
Sciences, 875 Howard Street. (415) 379-8000. Free w/ museum admission.
CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
Saturday, August 20 from 11 am - 4:30 pm
Celebrate the taste and culinary history of chocolate by participating
in a full day of demonstrations, tastings, and activities for families.
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118.
(415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
SKULLS TELL IT ALL
Wednesday, August 24 from 12-1 pm
Can you tell what an animal eats by looking at its skull? Does it hunt
other animals or is it hunted? Examine skull specimens from different
animals and answer all these questions and more. California Academy of
Sciences, 875 Howard Street, SF. (415) 379-8000. Free with museum admission.
RAPTOR DINOSAURS
Wednesday, August 31 from 11 am-1 pm
A lively presentation for all ages on Velociraptor and its close relatives.
Examine fossil casts and mechanical models with Academy educators to see
what these amazing Cretaceous killers were really like, inside and out.
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118. (415)
379-8000. Free with museum admission.
The California Academy of Sciences, including Steinhart
Aquarium and the Natural History Museum, is open to the public at 875
Howard Street. Admission to the Academy at 875 Howard Street is: $7 for
adults; $4.50 for youth ages 12 to 17, Seniors ages 65+ and students with
valid ID; $2 for children ages four to 11 and free for children ages three
and younger. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm every day. www.calacademy.org (415)
379-8000.
The California Academy of Sciences, the fourth largest
natural history museum in the United States, is home to Steinhart Aquarium,
Morrison Planetarium and the Natural History Museum. The Academy is beginning
an extensive rebuilding project in Golden Gate Park. Pritzker prize-winning
architect Renzo Piano is designing the new Academy, which is expected
to open in 2008.
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