Chabot Space And Science Center

Chabot Space and Science Center is an interactive museum and observatory in Oakland, California, dedicated to inspiring and educating visitors of all ages about space, science, and the wonders of the universe. It offers hands-on exhibits, planetarium shows, and access to large-scale telescopes for an immersive learning experience.

Our field trip will include 

NASA Ames Visitor Center in Studio 1: A hands-on exhibition that brings to life the thrilling, challenging, and inspiring process of scientific discovery by showcasing the real stories and people at NASA’s Ames Research Center.

Exploring Exhibit Spaces: Students will have time to explore the entire center’s exhibits across two buildings, including:

•    Studio 2: Going the Distance
•    Astrolight
•    Studio 3: CoLab: Other Worlds
•    Touch the Sun

Planetarium Show: Enjoy a captivating show in the new and improved 70-foot dome, transporting audiences on explorations of Earth and beyond.

Live Science Show: Experience a series of exciting science demonstrations performed live by Chabot’s science educators, highlighting concepts in chemistry, physics, and more.

Build a Mars Lander: Students 3rd grade and up will have the opportunity to build a Mars lander in this 60 minute workshop where they will have the opportunity to design their own lander to protect rovers on their mission to Mars. Engineers will be introduced to the challenges of landing scientific instruments on Mars and then dive into the task of creating, testing, and refining a Mars lander to ensure it can withstand the journey and land safely.

Observatory Complex and Redwood Park: Access to the observatory complex featuring three large-scale telescopes with the opportuunity to enjoy nature hikes or lunch in the adjacent Redwood Park.

This visit promises to be an enriching and memorable educational experience for all students.

Register now to reserve your spot using the link below!

Important Info

• AGE/GRADE REQUIREMENTS: K-12  This field trip is open to all students but only those in 3rd grade or higher are able to participate in the Mars Lander Workshop
• ALLERGY ALERT: Please let us know right away if your student has a food allergy so we can make any necessary arrangements
• CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: All field trip sales are final. Extensive planning and detailed preparation goes into each of our field trips and we are unable to accept cancellations or transfers. Please ensure you are able to attend the field trip prior to registering.
• CHAPERONE POLICY: A parent chaperone is required to be present with their student on our field trips regardless of student age or grade level. Upon registering you MUST INCLUDE all attending, including any additional parents/chaperones or siblings.
• FOOD/DRINK RESTRICTIONS: Food and drinks must be consumed in the designated areas
• PARKING AND MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: Event meetup details will be sent out a week prior to your trip. 
• RELEASE OF LIABILTY: When registering, make sure to read and understand the Release of Liabiliy Policy before submitting your order

If you are using charter school funds, you will still need to register here for the event in order to hold your spot(s). Use the coupon code listed below when checking out. You will also need to put in your order with your charter school. They will reach out to us with your request and this will confirm your field trip reservation.

Student Package: Includes engaging pre and post educational visit activities, trip organization and student ticket.

Educator Package Includes interactive project ideas, fun and interesting facts, engaging pre- and post-field trip activities better connect the experience with your student(s) and complimentary single chaperone ticket. Does not come with student ticket. 

Charter Coupon Code: CHARTER