The Lawrence Hall of Science
The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.
Open Wed-Sun 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Animal Discovery Zone 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
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We collaborate with a range of partners to innovate in science education. Together, we go further.
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Humans have a lot to learn from the other animals who share the Earth—some have innate abilities and senses that…
Looking for something to do with your family on their day off from school? The Lawrence has you covered with…
While we might be most familiar with rattlesnakes, black widows, and poison frogs (oh my!), toxins are produced or acquired…
Grounds for Science presents Illuminating the Brain: How light, color, and a jellyfish protein help us study the mind and…
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At this month’s Midday Science Cafe, we’ll take a star-studded intergalactic journey to see some of the universe’s hottest and…
Meet & greet Cal scientists, participate in hands-on science activities, and enjoy over a mile of FREE family fun at…
Exactly two years ago, before the new Netflix documentary series, “How to Change your Mind” premiered, the UC Berkeley Center…
Explore everyday science at Science@Stockmen’s Park, a free, accessible monthly outdoor event for children, teens, and adults. As part of…
Si diriges un haz de luz a la mano, no se siente mucho, salvo un poco de calor. Pero si…
As scientists continuously hunt for novel approaches to combat our energy crisis, the field of materials science has secured a…
This month’s First Fridays theme is “Family Fun,” and Science at Cal, The Lawrence On-The-Go, and Berkeley Lab are coming…
Join us for a celebration of the science and math of games!
Por 3500 millones de años organismos vivos diminutos llamados microbios han transformado el planeta. Hoy tenemos mejor ciencia para estudiar…