Community Events

We are a proud supporter of many science-related community activities. Check out these great events in the Bay Area and beyond, and have fun doing science.

Upcoming Events

2012 White House Easter Egg Roll—Let's Go, Let's Play, Let's Move!

For the third time, the Lawrence Hall of Science is honored to bring hands-on science activities to the White House Easter Egg Roll. Staff from the Hall will join with volunteers and families to design paper-bag kites and bunny copters which demonstrate movement. In the spirit of First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move!" campaign, thousands of families will enjoy these activities this year on the South Lawn.

Past Events

Bay Area Environmental Education Resource Fair

Coordinated by the Lawrence Hall of Science.

Spend your day with teachers, community educators and families finding out about the latest in environmental curriculum and ongoing programs through 16 workshops and over 70 interactive exhibits. If you are involved in promoting children’s ecological literacy through your school or in your community, then this event is not to be missed. The BAEER Fair provides learning opportunities for all concerned about the environment we share.

January 21, 2012 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
at the Marin County Civic Center Exhibition Hall
San Rafael, CA

Bay Area Science Festival

October 29-November 6, 2011

This 10-day festival will feature a wide range of science and technology activities (lectures, debates, exhibitions, concerts, plays, workshops, etc.) at a variety of locations throughout the Bay Area, including the Lawrence Hall of Science.

2011 White House Easter Egg Roll—Get Up and Go!

April 25, 2011

Lawrence Hall of Science was honored to deliver two science-focused activities at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. The Hall invited kids and families to design paper-bag kites and then run like the wind to see how high they fly. Thousands of families also made paper bunny copters and watched them twirl on the South Lawn.