Exhibits and shows for explorers of all ages
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Spark: The Universe in Us
Everything we are was written in the stars. Discover the celestial origins of the building blocks of life in the Academy's newest original planetarium film.
California: State of Nature
You are here. So is nature. In a colorful, captivating new exhibition, discover how California’s iconic ecosystems are connected to each other—and to you.
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Events and activities to kick-start your curiosity
THURSDAYS | 6-10 P.M. | 21+
NightLife
Wonder what our animals get up to once the sun goes down? Find out at the Academy's weekly event that illuminates the unusual intersection of art and science.
A different way to birthday
You bring the cake, we'll do the rest. Celebrate your child's special day at the Academy with up to 16 guests, a science-savvy party host, goodie bags, and more.
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World-changing science starts here
BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH
New discoveries in 2024
Academy scientists added 138 new species to the tree of life last year, including the Maldivian damselfish pictured above. Luiz Rocha © California Academy of Sciences
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