An interactive storytime about how humans are connected to each other and the natural world. Daily, 10:15 a.m.

This site provides access to specimen-associated data housed in the Department of Herpetology, California Academy of Sciences. These data are also distributed through other portals including HerpNet, ...

This easy-to-read, interactive toolkit is organized into three main sections: Learn, Act, and Extend. Access this toolkit from any computer or mobile device, including a tablet or smartphone. Download ...

Step in and hang on as our earthquake simulator recreates California's powerful 1906 and 1989 quakes.

Careers in Science is a multi-year, year-round paid internship and youth development program for San Francisco youth who come from communities typically underrepresented in science, technology, ...

Monday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Did Claude really eat a ballet slipper? Why are there whale bones on our roof? Is there really a sea monster in our basement? At the Academy, there’s a story behind every specimen. Join a VIP Tour for ...

Scientific Publications offers a window into the exciting discoveries of Academy scientists, whose research forms the basis of knowledge regarding the evolution and dispersal of many different species ...

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The mission of the California Academy of Sciences is to regenerate the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration. Exploration: We generate new knowledge and understanding of the ...

Be mesmerized by a variety of graceful ray species and shimmering schools of tropical fish swimming across your screen. Enjoy the antics of thousands of tropical fish in our Philippine Coral Reef ...