The Lawrence Hall of Science
The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.
Wednesday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Animal Discovery Zone 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
We’ll bring our 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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The Lawrence provides a range of school program options! Visit us for Field Trips, full of opportunities for students to connect with science, technology, engineering, and math. Bring a Science Show or Science Festival to your site, where outreach educators specialize in bringing fun, engaging science activities, perfect for large groups of learners.
The Lawrence provides a range of school program options! Visit us to connect with science, technology, engineering, and math. Bring a Science Show or Science Festival to your site, where outreach educators specialize in bringing fun, engaging science activities, perfect for large groups of learners.
A field trip to The Lawrence gives your students new and exciting ways to engage with science! Make your field trip experience unique by exploring our hands-on exhibits—only at The Lawrence.
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Dazzling science presentations feature large-scale demonstrations and lots of audience participation. Highlight phase change or wow your students with the power of electricity. Science shows are held virtually or at your site for groups of up to 300, grades K–8.
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Bring lively science and engineering experiences to your school and community. Students and adults alike investigate, collaborate, and problem-solve as they navigate several table top exhibits, generating excitement and love for learning. Festivals also create an engaging atmosphere for open houses, family nights, and other community events. Perfect for groups of 40–150, grades TK–12.
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From circuits to slime, our workshops spark curiosity and strengthen science and engineering practices. Workshops are ideal for groups of 20-28 students, grades K-8.
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At The Lawrence, everyone is welcome. We offer several programs and opportunities for science enthusiasts—and future science enthusiasts—to explore, discover, and invent when they might not have the resources to participate.
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Workshops and outreach programs (festivals and science shows) must be booked and paid at least 6 weeks in advance. For best availability, book as soon as possible.
Educational programs must be paid within 30 days after booking or 6 weeks in advance of the program (whichever comes first).
You may cancel your program up to 6 weeks in advance of the delivery date with no penalty. For cancellations made less than 6 weeks in advance, no refunds will be issued.
Given the wide variety of local guidelines related to Coronavirus, we understand that plans may need to change. Groups needing to reschedule or cancel Field Trips or Outreach Programs due to Coronavirus related issue should email our Registration Office at lhsreg@berkeley.edu. We will do our best to meet your needs.
Our festivals require 12–16 adult volunteers to help manage the stations and engage the students. The specific number of volunteers needed is listed with each program description. Science shows do not require adult volunteers but do require classroom teachers/adults to be with the students.
We offer a 30% reduced rate for Title 1 schools for festivals and science shows at your site.
Different travel fees may apply for long distances (over 80 miles away). Please inquire with Registration at lhsreg@berkeley.edu.
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