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. ‘ammatka Cafe 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. View Additional Hours >
We’ll bring our science programs to you.
Our offerings are built for you, whether you are an informal educator, a science center director, a classroom teacher, or a school and district leader.
Our services are designed to support you in using data to demonstrate the impact of your STEM learning experiences and make strategic programming decisions. We can partner with you to bring interactive, relevant, and accessible learning experiences to your audience.
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With our international colony of teaching animals—from chinchillas to box turtles—you can learn about animal behavior and habitats. Our knowledgeable staff will introduce you to our wonderful creatures and share fun stories and interesting facts about them.
From African Elephants to Whooping Cranes, the diversity of animals that call our planet home is breathtaking. This permanent installation features stunning photography from the National Geographic Photo Ark by renowned photographer Joel Sartore. His intimate photos aim to forge connections to these animals and inspire action to save them. Join us in Celebrating Nature’s Diversity!