Awe-inspiring exhibits for explorers of all ages
OPEN DAILY
New Science
Intersectional identities make us stronger—and science better. Meet LGBTQ+ women and gender minorities of color in STEMM in a new exhibit and online gallery.
Sharks
Discover the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of our ocean's misunderstood apex predators in the Academy's new exhibit, created by Grande Experiences.
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Events and activities to kick-start your curiosity
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AGES 4-11
Science @ Home
Young explorers can embark on self-guided science journeys with free activity packs focused on a different theme every month.
NightLife is back!
You're probably overdue for a nocturnal adventure. Join us every Thursday evening for creatures, cocktails, and the magic of the museum at night.
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World-changing science starts here
OUR WORK
Mission: Regeneration
To stop biodiversity loss and fight climate change, we must regenerate critical ecosystems—and see ourselves as part of, not apart from, the natural world.
Join, renew, or donate
Celebrate the Academy's reopening by visiting for free all year long—and supporting our biodiversity research, education, and access initiatives while you're at it.
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