Hours:
Wednesday-Sunday: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
First Friday of the Month: 6-10 p.m.
Monday-Tuesday: Closed
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94619
Home of NASA Ames Visitor Center, Chabot Space & Science Center is a non-profit science center that serves Oakland and the greater Bay Area with an Observatory, Planetarium, exhibition galleries and more.
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Family Nature Adventures: Special Mother's Day Edition
Join us for a delightful Mother’s Day celebration that combines creativity, nature, and family fun! Create beautiful mosaic flower pots and embark on a nature walk.
Learn MoreAcrylic Paint & Sip: Monochromatic
Join us at our guided Acrylic Paint & Sip workshop! For this special edition of our Paint & Sip series, you’ll paint in a monochromatic room where the colors of your painting will remain hidden!
Learn MoreNASA Ames Visitor Center
Step into the role of a NASA scientist through embarking on hands-on challenges, exploring more than 30+ objects that showcase Ames’ past and future, and getting to know real NASA scientists.
Learn MoreCelebrate AAPI Heritage Month Event
Saturday, May 18
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us as we partner with local artists, community leaders, and affinity groups to share resources and celebrate.
Learn MoreFree Telescope Viewings
Every Friday and Saturday night, weather permitting
Join Chabot astronomers on the Observatory Deck for a free telescope viewing! Weather permitting, this is a chance to explore stars, planets and more through Chabot’s historic telescopes.
Learn MoreThe mission of Chabot Space & Science Center is to inspire and educate learners of all ages about the Universe and Planet Earth.