The Lawrence Hall of Science

The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.

Today's Activities

Closed Sept. 3-6
And Sept. 9-13

Open Daily
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

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The Planetarium is closed through September 13th for maintenance and upgrades. It will reopen (with air conditioning) on Saturday, September 14. Learn more about today’s weather and its impacts.

10:00 a.m.

The Lawrence opens.

11:00 a.m.

Animal Discovery Zone: Located downstairs on C Level

Exhibit

Animal Discovery Zone Opens >

11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. C-level

Learn about animal behavior and habitats! Our knowledgeable staff will introduce you to our wonderful creatures.

3D Film: Located in the 3D Theater

3D Film

T.REX >

3D Theater, 20-minute film

Anchored by a science expedition with a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, T. Rex 3D celebrates the celebrity status of this perennially popular A-list dinosaur.

$5

11:30 a.m.

Animal Ambassador: Located in the 3D Theater

Activity

Critter Connection >

20 minutes, Animal Discovery Zone, C-Level

Come learn about animals with the help of one of our very special animal ambassadors that live in the Animal Discovery Zone!

12:00 p.m.

Science on a Sphere: Located on the left-hand side of the building, past Design Quest

Science on a Sphere®

Journey to Jupiter >

Note: times & availability subject to change; 15-minute sphere show

Join us for a facilitated program with stunning animations from real planetary data displayed on a six-foot-diameter globe!

3D Film: Located in the 3D Theater

3D Film

Wings Over Water

3D Theater, 20-minute film

Wings Over Water tells the story of the epic journeys of three amazing bird families – the Sandhill Crane, the Yellow Warbler and the Mallard Duck.

$5

1:00 p.m.

3D Film: Located in the 3D Theater

3D Film

T.REX >

3D Theater, 20-minute film

Anchored by a science expedition with a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, T. Rex 3D celebrates the celebrity status of this perennially popular A-list dinosaur.

$5

2:00 p.m.

3D Film: Located in the 3D Theater

3D Film

Wings Over Water >

3D Theater, 20-minute film

Discover the unexpected wonders of nature that are right under our noses in our own backyards!

$5

2:30 p.m.

Animal Ambassador: Located in the 3D Theater

Activity

Critter Connection >

20 minutes, Animal Discovery Zone, C-Level

Come learn about animals with the help of one of our very special animal ambassadors that live in the Animal Discovery Zone!

3:00 p.m.

3D Film: Located in the 3D Theater

3D Film

T.REX >

3D Theater, 20-minute film

Anchored by a science expedition with a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, T. Rex 3D celebrates the celebrity status of this perennially popular A-list dinosaur.

$5

4:00 p.m.

3D Film: Located in the 3D Theater

3D Film

Wings Over Water >

3D Theater, 20-minute film

Wings Over Water tells the story of the epic journeys of three amazing bird families – the Sandhill Crane, the Yellow Warbler and the Mallard Duck.

$5

Science on a Sphere: Located on the left-hand side of the building, past Design Quest

Science on a Sphere®

Journey to Jupiter >

Note: times & availability subject to change; 15-minute sphere show

Join us for a facilitated program with stunning animations from real planetary data displayed on a six-foot-diameter globe!

5:00 p.m.

The Lawrence closes. See you tomorrow!

Two students conduct a science experiment with dry ice

More Science Fun!

In addition to hands-on exhibits, The Lawrence regularly hosts events featuring special activities for young scientists. Check our events calendar to see what’s happening!

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