What's New and Upcoming Events


From Earth to the Universe (FETTU) Images
provided by NASA
Now extended through March 31

In the Atrium, come marvel at NASA's From Earth to the Universe images generated with radio, microwave, infrared, visible, ultraviolet, x-ray, and gamma ray wave radiation from telescopes in space and on the ground. These fifty remarkable images disclose views of the cosmos that Galileo most likely could never have imagined, but would definitely enthrall Captain Kirk and his crew on the starship Enterprise.



STAR TREK®: THE EXHIBITION
Come! Boldly Explore!
Limited Engagement! The first and only Bay Area appearance!
Now Open!



Transport into parallel universes of the past and future! Connect with iconic Star Trek moments and characters and celebrate the creative spirit of science fiction that gave rise to many of today's modern marvels.

This exhibition will be spread across more than 15,000-square-feet and features all five television series and eleven films that span over 40 years.

STAR TREK®: THE EXHIBITION features:
  • An authentic replica of the bridge from the U.S.S Enterprise NCC-1701 as featured in the original Star Trek television series
  • The trifecta of the Star Trek universe: a tricorder; a phaser, and a communicator - all from the original series
  • A chance to ride through a Star Trek adventure in a full-motion flight simulator (extra fee)
  • The actual shooting model for the Borg Cube, as seen on Star Trek: The Next Generation, Voyager, and in the movie Star Trek: First Contact


For ticketing and more informtion go to www.thetech.org/StarTrek/.




Continue your STAR TREK: The Exhibition experience!




Join us on the lower level of The Tech Museum for Star Tech, our hands-on science workshop. Free with museum admission, these special programs take 15-20 minutes to enjoy. Limited capacity.

Deep Space Design: 9:30-10:30am (Monday - Friday), 1:00 - 2:00pm, and 3:30 - 4:30pm (Friday & Saturday)

Design and build a model of a futuristic starship, using everyday household items, for a deep space mission that contains a bit of science and fiction.

Spaghettify! 11:30am - 12:30pm and 5:30 - 6:30pm (Friday & Saturday)

Discover what would happen if you fell into a black hole! In this program we will explore one peculiar effect of black holes — spaghettification.

Also in Star Tech, whenever programs are being presented, see and learn about the Star Trek communicator, phaser, and tricorder with Where Science Meets Science Fiction.




New Permanent Gallery now open!

Visit the new The Tech Awards Gallery exhibition and be inspired by these incredible people who are committed to using their science and technology work to benefit humanity all over the globe.





Girl Scouts
NEW Badge programs and Family Discounts


Girl Scout Troops can visit The Tech Museum for just $7.00 per person. Call our Group Sales staff at 408-294-8324 and press option 3 to speak to someone for details. Ask about our group discount days for Girl Scouts and our new badge programs!

Click here for details and dates.





ScholarShare Free Second Sunday at The Tech Museum

The next Second Sunday is Sunday, February 14.


Enjoy Free admission to our regular galleries every second Sunday.

Sponsored by the ScholarShare College Savings Plan, California's official 529 Plan and Fidelity Investments.

Carefully consider the Plan's investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses before investing. For this information, contact Fidelity for a Fact Kit. Read it carefully before investing. If you are not a California resident, check with your home state to learn if it offers tax or other benefits for investing in its 529 plan. Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Member NYSE, SIPC, 300 Puritan Way, Marlborough, MA 01752.




Museums on Us
Febuary 6 and 7, 2010
Presented by Bank of America
Bank of America Cardholders, get one free admission when you show your Bank of America ATM credit or check card with a photo ID during the first full weekend of every month.






Mad Scientist, Come Experiment at The Tech Museum

Sign up your young scientist to experiment in The Tech Museum's weekend science classes.

This year The Tech Museum will bring you a variety of weekend classes appropriate for ages 6 through 16. Topics range from engineering, chemistry, electricity and more! Choose from day-long classes as well as a short series of classes.

Find out more.