End summer with science: Immerse yourself in the natural world at the California Academy of Sciences’ annual #TeenScienceNight, a teen takeover night at the museum. Youth (ages 13-18) are invited to come explore the world of science at this free, fun-filled event.
Teen Science Night is the nation's largest teen-only museum event. Each year, the California Academy of Sciences welcomes over 1500 teens to explore the museum and learn about science and nature. Attendees have the chance to freely roam the museum and engage with over a dozen local organizations about science, technology, art, and music.
Watch the #TeenScienceNight Experience
#TeenScienceNight is a free-choice learning event without scheduled programs. Teens who visit can choose what to learn about and when. Every #TeenScienceNight features a local teen DJ and reduced costs food from the Academy Cafe. The end of the night is marked by a dance party and raffle.
Teen Think Tank provides feedback and teen perspective to a variety of institutional initiatives and projects.
The TASC Force combines performance, public speaking, and science content to create innovative public programs.
The Careers in Science Intern Program is a multiyear, year-round work-based youth development program.
Science Action Club (SAC) engages youth in authentic, hands-on science through local afterschool providers.
Sign up for our Youth Programs mailing list to stay informed about all teen opportunities, including when program applications open.
The Academy provides a variety of out-of-school-time programs for middle and high school-aged youth, with applications opening seasonally.