Exhibits and experiences for explorers of all ages

An orange and red dwarf lionfish stares at the camera
OPEN DAILY

Venom

Encounter an array of over a dozen venomous animal species from scorpionfish to assassin bugs to fire urchins in this potent Steinhart Aquarium exhibition.  
Guest peers into the skull of a fossilized saber-toothed cat in Hidden Wonders exhibition at the Academy
OPEN DAILY

Hidden Wonders

Ancient. Irreplaceable. And now on view! Peek into the past in a new exhibition featuring fascinating specimens from the Academy's vast research collections.
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Events and activities to kick-start your curiosity

Colorful Spring Festival wordmark
DAILY | MARCH 24-APRIL 23

Spring Festival

We're celebrating spring with a bouquet of new programs! Enjoy nature games, Naturalist Center activities, and four weeks of family-friendly science fun.
Photo illustration of Claude albino alligator against starry background
THURSDAYS | 6-10 PM | 21+

NightLife

Wonder what our animals get up to once the sun goes down? Find out at the Academy’s weekly event that celebrates the unusual intersection of art and science.
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World-changing science starts here

Academy guests at a table with specimens staffed by a docent
APRIL 4

Academy Day

Take part in a new tradition honoring the Academy's anniversary! Join us on April 4 for a festive day of philanthropy, with a science fair, prizes, and more.
Boy joyfully points at fish overhead in Amazon Flooded Forest Tunnel exhibit
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