Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Novato, CA. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.
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25 min Ages 6 and up, Adults The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and...
"Once Upon a Line" Artist couple Prartho Sereno & Dennis Ludlow explore storytelling through drawings and paintings that don't take themselves too seriously. Their art can be viewed anytime during library hours from April 3 through April 28. Reception & Poetry Reading (in honor of National Poetry...
Museum celebrating bicycle history and mountain biking's Marin County origins. Exhibits include vintage bikes, the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame, and local cycling history.
UC Berkeley science center with hands-on exhibits, planetarium, outdoor science park, and panoramic Bay views. All ages.
EARTH DAY - COLLECTIVE CLIMATE JUSTICE ART April 22, 3-5PM Imagine a collaborative work of art built with recycled materials! Send a message to your community about caring for the environment. This collective climate justice art will be showcasing at the Primaveras celebration on April 25th! DIA DE.
di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art is an art park on 217 acres in Napa Valley with a collection of over 1,600 iconic artworks from Northern California.
The African American Museum and Library at Oakland is dedicated to the discovery, preservation, interpretation and sharing of historical and cultural experiences of African Americans in California and the West for present and future generations. The reference library supports the archives and museu
Phantom of the Universe: The Hunt For Dark Matter 25 minutes Ages 8 and up An exciting exploration of dark matter, from the Big Bangto its anticipated discovery at the Large Hadron Collider. The show will reveal the first hints ofits existence through the eyes of Fritz Zwicky, the scientist who...
12 minutes, all ages. Telescopes built to detect electromagnetic waves, like visible light, infrared, radio waves, and other forms, give us the ability to see objects and events at great distances in the universe, and far back in time. Today, a new type of instrument, the “gravity wave telescope”,..
100-acre zoo with 850+ animals, California Trail exhibit, gondola ride, carousel, train, and nature play area. Major Bay Area family attraction.
Home of conservationist John Muir with guided tours of the Victorian mansion, orchards, and the 325-acre Mt. Wanda hiking area.
Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a Chinese Brush Painting class and paint flowers and fruits with lucky meanings. Pauline Tsui will lead a small class of adults and seniors in this ancient art form at Claremont Branch Library. Space is limited and registration is...
Save the Date Saturday, April 25, 2026 6:00-10:00PM Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland, California Join us for an inspiring evening under the stars to benefit Chabot Space & Science Center. Celebrate 25 years of discovery and innovation on Skyline Boulevard, honor our 2026 Champion of Science,..
The museum is a collection of collections. We have wind up and battery toys, game boards, but also over 100 mechanical banks, patent models, still banks, salesman samples and space toys. We invite you to visit our museum and browse among interesting objects from the past.
Restored WWII Victory ship open for tours. One of only three Victory ships remaining. Docent-led tours of engine room and bridge.
African American Museum & Library At Oakland is a public branch library in Oakland, CA. Open 2,139 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 3,000 square feet.
The Garden by Tannery Bend Beerworks is an indoor/outdoor beer garden and full-service restaurant with beers on 20 tap and an extensive cocktail list. This classic brick building is an exciting addition to the new life of Downtown Napa’s WEST END district. First Street just got one block longer!...
Former federal prison on an island in the Bay. Audio tour of the cellhouse, gardens, and history. Ferry from Pier 33. Book weeks ahead.
Guzheng Performance with Malina Mei at the Asian Art Museum
Adults 21+, $40 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets Guided Stroll: 7:30 PM, 3 miles, approximately 90 minutes. Nature Journaling Program: Join us on this specialized Hike & Sip Guided Stroll where guests will be introduced to the practice of nature journaling and field observation. Slow down to...
California's third state capitol building (1853-1854). Restored with period furnishings. Free admission.
Join us for Gallery Chats, an opportunity to chat with and ask questions of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable OMCA Facilitators.
Established in 1975 by Chicano artist Peter Rodriguez, The Mexican Museum is a museum in San Francisco, CA. Exhibits and attractions include Five Collections of Fine Art, Featured Virtual Tour, The Museum Collection, Amate Painting and 2 more. Hosts upcoming events. Discover something new on your ne
Soul, Sonics, and Soundsystems is a sound‑based art exhibition featuring a dedicated Hi‑Fi Listening Room and an accompanying archival display. Presented by Black American Sound System (BASS), the project centers intentional listening as a cultural, historical, and communal practice rooted in Black.
National Park Service site honoring WWII home front workers. Visitor center with exhibits, restored SS Red Oak Victory ship, and Rosie memorial.
(15 min) Worlds of Curiosity dives into the questions of “What it would be like to live on an Earth with no Moon?” or “What if the Earth was tilted on its side, like the planet Uranus?”
Free admission museum of antique arcade machines, mechanical musical instruments, and coin-operated novelties. Hundreds of working machines.
Every month, join mak-'amham/Cafe Ohlone founders Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino as they discuss a topic related to East Bay Ohlone culture, experiences, and community. Through this partnership, the Berkeley community can learn about and celebrate East Bay Ohlone culture as a vital, vibrant part..
What began over 50 years ago as a small museum dedicated to local history has evolved into today’s Napa Valley Museum — a vibrant cultural institution presenting innovative exhibitions of art, nature, and history to engage and inspire visitors from around the world. As many other museums are...
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art — one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the US.
Adults 21+, $40 Members receive $15 off Nature Journaling Stroll Immersive Trek Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators,.
Natural history museum with aquarium, planetarium, rainforest dome, and living roof. NightLife events for adults on Thursdays.
Museum celebrating the life and legacy of Walt Disney in the Presidio.
Join us for our monthly AAMLO Kids' Club for a day of storytelling and arts and crafts. This event takes place every first Saturday at 1 pm. For more information on book titles and event details, please look for our monthly invitation or sign up for our monthly newsletter.
Join us at the Inverness Library for a fun conversation in the Jack Mason museum. Bring a book you would like to talk about and share your recommendation or just come listen. Or come to talk about a book you think we should absolutely read. Tea and cookies will be served! ADA Accommodation Request..
100+ playable pinball machines from the 1940s to present. All-day unlimited play included with admission. Great for all ages.