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.
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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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Summer Camps at The Lawrence are all of your young explorer’s favorite things about our science center rolled into one long action-packed experience filled with experiments, discovery, and fun!
A crowd gathers in our Forces That Shape the Bay outdoor exhibit, buzzing with anticipation. They’re admiring a giant 8-foot sculpture made of metal, shaped like a human heart, complete with anatomically correct chambers and blood vessels.
Visitors to The Lawrence can get an introduction to biotechnology and its current and potential uses in our Hands-on Biotech exhibit!
The College and Career Alliance Support Network (CCASN) works with collaborative partners to transform public education systems and build pathways to college and careers.
Check out the full schedule of events and mark your calendar for a sensational spring!
Through our Teen Research Programs, a socio-economically diverse group of Bay Area middle and high school students visits labs, kindles their curiosity, and discovers that they, too, can pursue a degree or career in STEM.
Thanks to all members and visitors who came out to send off 2023 and start the new year with a bang!
Take a look at the top stories of the year, and get ready to make 2024 another thrilling year of science fun!
Dear friends, As the year draws to a close, and as I reflect back on all we have accomplished this…
Next summer, Science at Cal is expanding its Caminos events to make them even more accessible, engaging, and relatable to the Spanish-speaking patrons of the Oakland Public Library.
A new exhibit at The Lawrence aims to demystify the latest technology and engage visitors’ curiosity about how AI works.
Because we know what engages children, we’ve put together a list of science kits, books, crafts, and more that make excellent gifts or stocking stuffers.
On Saturday, October 21, visitors and members were among the first to experience the new Animal Discovery Zone!
For nearly 50 years, kids and families have used Sunprint paper to flex their creativity, capturing everything from leaves to action figures in signature white and blue images.
On Saturday, October 14, a partial eclipse will be visible across a large swath of the country, including right here in the Bay Area!
Picture a school gymnasium, except instead of kids playing dodgeball, it’s filled with the sights and sounds of discovery. The gym is transformed into a miniature science center!
What’s it like to pilot a robotic rover on another planet? What would it take to design and build a…
As summer turns to fall, The Lawrence has big plans to keep the science fun going. Join us throughout this…
In the year since it opened, thousands of visitors have explored nature in our backyard, searching for birds, learning about pollinators, and so much more. This week we’re looking back at what’s changed and what we’ve learned together, and looking forward to new experiences and ways to discover the wonders of the outdoors in the future.
Thanks to a generous donation and a new museum exhibition, a piece of The Lawrence has made it all the…
The Lawrence will conduct a first-of-its-kind landscape study to assess the state of environmental instruction and education across California.
The ADZ team works hard to care for the many mammals, reptiles, and other critters in our animal colony. Soon, both staff and visitors alike will have more room to work with thanks to exciting renovations happening right now!
Have you ever wondered what it takes to develop the educational content and the dazzling visuals of a Planetarium show? Like all of our exhibits and learning experiences, it takes hard work and the collaboration of experts across The Lawrence to create engaging experiences that keep our members and visitors returning for more space exploration.
When you hear “artificial intelligence” (AI), the first thing that probably comes to mind are popular generative programs like ChatGPT…
Deep in the bowels of The Lawrence Hall of Science is a place where few visitors have set foot. As…
Have you ever designed and built your own miniature roller coaster using recycled materials? How about experimenting with hydraulics? Young…
A new project by The Lawrence and its partners, funded by a $1.29 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, aims to center Ohlone culture, using mixed reality technology to create immersive science experiences.
UPDATED: The Lawrence Hall of Science stirred some science “egg-citement” when it returned to the White House Easter “EGGucation” Roll…
An ongoing curricular project at The Lawrence improves students’ and educators’ understanding of the global impact the ocean’s health has on our planet.
Youth Engaged in STEM Service (YESS) is a four-year project that began in 2020 to develop and study the impact of two different science-focused summer camp experiences for black and brown teen girls in their communities.
Update, March 14: We are truly thankful to all those of you who contributed to our 2023 Big Give campaign….
A new video series created by The Lawrence Hall of Science, Tuff Pupil, uses animation and hip hop music to…
On October 27, 2022, a group of young people presented the findings of their environmental quality research to the Alameda…
As 2022 comes to a close, we celebrate our work, engaging people with the power of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to inspire tomorrow.
The Lawrence Hall of Science, UC Berkeley’s public science center, has hired Claudia A. Bustos to be the new Executive Director for Public Engagement.
Meet UC Berkeley & Berkeley Lab STEM leaders in “A Look in the Lab”, a Spanish video series hosted by…
“I can’t believe my family is doing science together!” exclaimed a Park Middle Schooler. The student attended the Vaccine Learning…
A new version of the DIY Sun Science App from UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science is now available. July,…
Summer is here, and with it some exciting new opportunities to explore and discover at The Lawrence! Join us for…
Beginning Tuesday, May 10, The Lawrence Hall of Science will be participating in the annual National Science Foundation (NSF) “STEM…
Lawrence Hall of Science visitors and staff are very accustomed to the sound of excited children exploring science. On April…
Joel Sartore is a world-renowned National Geographic photographer and founder of the National Geographic Photo Ark. On Tuesday, April 26, Sartore will visit The Lawrence and speak about his compelling photography at a benefit event.
A Big Thanks to all of you who responded when we asked you to make a difference in a young…
February 8, 2022, Berkeley, California– Millions of children have missed out on enriching outdoor science education experiences since the start…
Curriculum materials designed for Next Generation Science Standards show promise A gold-standard independent study led by the nonprofit research, development,…
The Lawrence Hall of Science has created a set of sample menus for best practices in outdoor learning, thanks to…
Betty dedicated her life to science and learning and was committed to engaging young people of all abilities in both.
The Lawrence is excited to announce that after being closed for 19 months, we will reopen our doors starting Saturday,…
Share Your Story in Our Upcoming Exhibit! Do you have something to share? We want to show off your 2-D…
“Where Inspiration Grows” The Outdoor Nature Lab—under construction right now—will be the first new addition to The Lawrence in 20…
Discover the long-term positive impact on the field of outdoor science education of the Better Environmental Education, Teaching, Learning, and Expertise Sharing (BEETLES) project in our latest research brief.
Congratulations to Emily Weiss, School Program Director at The Lawrence Hall of Science, honored by UC Berkeley for exceptional, innovative instruction during the pandemic.
Researchers at The Lawrence, in collaboration with WestEd and SRI International, are developing an approach to assessing science learning in first grade. Learn more about the Next Generation Science Assessments for Young Scientists.
How To Train Your Robot by Blooma Goldberg, Ken Goldberg, and Ashley Chase, illustrated by D. Clegg (with support from…
UC Berkeley Biochemist Dr. Jennifer Doudna won the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, sharing the prize with Dr. Emmanuelle Charpentier,…
Since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lawrence Hall of Science researchers and educators have felt gravely concerned about its…
For immediate release June 10, 2020 Study finds 11 million children at risk of losing access to the educational and…
Like many of our members and visitors, The Lawrence Hall of Science staff are working at home under California’s shelter-in-place…
The Lawrence Hall of Science is temporarily closed to the public due to the Bay Area Shelter-in-Place order to help…
On March 16, 2020, the Lawrence Hall of Science closed temporarily to visitors, based on guidance from health officials about…
Media Contact:Suzanna Lopersjloper@berkeley.edu(510) 642-7771 September 18, 2019—Berkeley, CA: The Learning Design Group at the Lawrence Hall of Science, the University…
This August, the Lawrence Hall of Science and the Berkeley Artificial Intelligence Research (BAIR) group, in partnership with the youth-serving…
BIG THANKS to everyone who donated during the Big Give on March 14, 2019! With your generous support, we raised…
Lawrence Hall of Science Media ContactAdam FrostMarketing & Communications Specialist(510) 642-2226adamfrost@berkeley.edu March 13, 2019–Berkeley, CA—Amplify Science, a curriculum developed by…
This weekend, Bay Area residents have a prime opportunity to witness an exciting phenomenon. On Sunday, January 20th, a total…
UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science, along with many educational institutions, researchers, and astronomers, has earned special congressional recognition for…
On November 5, the Hall hosted a special event featuring as its keynote speaker Dr. France Córdova, Director of the…
In celebration of our mutual 50th anniversaries, the Lawrence Hall of Science has partnered with the Oakland A’s to bring…
Here at the Lawrence Hall of Science, we are committed to equitable access to science and knowledge. That is why…
May 2018 marked the 50th anniversary of the Lawrence Hall of Science, established as part of UC Berkeley’s centennial celebration…
This project will be featured as part of the 2018 National Science Foundation (NSF) STEM for ALL Video Showcase. Visit…
We are proud to announce that howtosmile.org has been endorsed by Homeschool Base and the homeschooling community as one of…
On the morning of August 21st, as millions of people across the country gathered to witness a partial or total…
Image credit: Elena Zhukova The Lawrence Hall of Science community was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr….
Each summer, as the Hall extends its open hours and welcomes hundreds of children for summer camps, an additional wave…
How to Discover 2,332+ Planets The Kepler spacecraft launched into heliocentric orbit in March 2009, atop a Delta II rocket….
This project is featured as part of the 2017 National Science Foundation (NSF) STEM for ALL Video Showcase. Visit the…
The Lawrence Hall of Science works with many great people, from our educators and staff to our student workers and…
16 Apr2017 Hall Educator Ramya Sankar hosts a session about her work with EBAYS. Photo courtesy of TechWomen. Ramya Sankar,…
A young scientist experiments with the Hall’s Tesla Coil at the Lafayette Library in Lafayette, CA. Lawrence Hall of Science…
07 Mar2017 Can first graders read to learn as they learn to read? That was the intriguing question that drove…
The BEETLES Team. Clockwise from top-right: Kevin Beals, Lynn Barakos, Emilie Lygren, Craig Strang, and Jedda Foreman Lawrence Hall of…
If you paid us a visit recently, you may have noticed a new way to explore science at the Hall….
On January 24th, the Lawrence Hall of Science Advisory Council hosted a benefit event called “Innovations & Inspirations.” The event…
Today, on Inauguration Day, I am certain—more certain than ever—that the work we do at the Lawrence Hall of Science…
On November 17, the Lawrence Hall of Science participated in UC Berkeley’s annual fundraising day. The Big Give was created…
The Lawrence Hall of Science has developed several fun and educational mobile applications. We’re proud to announce that our apps…
Lawrence Hall of Science Press Contact:Maia WillcoxSF/Bay Area ABE Center Director(510) 643-3429mwillcox@berkeley.edu October 31, 2016, Berkeley, CA — On November…
Tiny CubeSats are deployed from the International Space Station. Image credit: NASA. Every now and then, the International Space Station…
Lawrence Hall of Science Press Contact:Adam FrostMarketing Specialist510-642-2226adamfrost@berkeley.edu October 3, 2016 — Berkeley, CA Today the Lawrence Hall of Science,…
Lawrence Hall of Science Press Contact:Jedda ForemanBEETLES Program Managerbeetles@berkeley.edu October 3, 2016 — Berkeley, CA The Lawrence Hall of Science,…
On the morning of September 12, a huge truck pulled up outside the Lawrence Hall of Science. No, it was…
27 Sep2016 The Lawrence Hall of Science has a fantastic array of exhibits that activate your curiosity about science, technology,…
Last year, the European Union Horizon 2020 program funded a large international program called Sea Change, with the goal of…
“This is so awesome!” The exclamation rings out loudly across a small classroom filled with eager kindergartners and first graders…
Thursday, April 21, 2016 — BERKELEY, CA The Lawrence Hall of Science is honored to attend a special event on…
If you’ve paid a visit to the Lawrence Hall of Science recently, you (or your kids) might have been disappointed…
The Lawrence Hall of Science Joins with the National Park Foundation to Support the 2016 White House Easter Egg Roll…