The Lawrence Hall of Science
The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.
Open Wednesday - Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. April 1 - 9 open daily
Bring your students to The Lawrence, or bring our inquiry-based science programs to you.
We partner with school districts to support science learning. We offer district-wide elementary, middle, and high school programs, either virtually or in-person.
We collaborate with a range of partners to innovate in science education. Together, we go further.
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At The Lawrence Hall of Science, discovery runs through everything we do. We foster scientific exploration with a focus on equitable learning experiences. Whether we’re designing curriculum, engaging learners, or empowering educators, we believe in the transformative power of learning made fun: when “ha ha” moments become “aha!” moments.
The Lawrence Hall of Science1 Centennial DriveBerkeley, CA 94720
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We’re open daily, April 1-9 for Spring Week! Join us for an engaging week of extended hours for all your favorite exhibits and programs, plus new activities for you to explore!
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Want happy campers? Registration is open for young scientists from first through sixth grade. Campers can discover exciting hands-on topics from toy making to space exploration, all while exploring our Planetarium, Outdoor Nature Lab, and other exhibits.
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An ongoing curricular project at The Lawrence improves students’ and educators’ understanding of the global impact the ocean’s health has on our planet.
Youth Engaged in STEM Service (YESS) is a four-year project that began in 2020 to develop and study the impact of two different science-focused summer camp experiences for black and brown teen girls in their communities.
Update, March 14: We are truly thankful to all those of you who contributed to our 2023 Big Give campaign. […]
A new video series created by The Lawrence Hall of Science, Tuff Pupil, uses animation and hip hop music to […]
On October 27, 2022, a group of young people presented the findings of their environmental quality research to the Alameda […]
Climb a DNA strand. Explore the cosmos.Meet a chinchilla.
Our science center is a hub of fascination and discovery, with hands-on experiences designed to promote exploration. Want to stay a little longer? Don’t miss our camps, classes, and workshops!
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Educators help bring our work to life. Explore our resources and tools for educators in all settings—from classroom experiences to professional development.
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As part of UC Berkeley, research is in our DNA. The Lawrence Hall of Science engages in best-in-class research. We collaborate with a variety of partners to design, implement, and scale effective and equitable learning experiences.
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