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My son and I were in the Bay Area a little over a year ago to pay our respects to a relative who had passed. As we were packing up in our hotel for the trip back to Sacramento, I had the urge to do something different (we live in Sacramento, and don't get into the Bay Area very often). I wanted to avoid the touristy-attractions (Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz,etc). I did some research, and cane across your website. So, on a whim, my son & I too the short drive from San Mateo to the museum - and I am SO glad that we did! The numerous attractions, the Planetarium (and, of course, "Claude") all made for a fantastic Father-S0n day out. We didn't get to enjoy everything that the Academy had to offer, so we're planning another trip soon (hopefully the Nightlife VIP Experience - that would be amazing!)...

Thanks for being around my whole life, from the old museum, to the beautiful current building! Love the exhibits in the old museum: -Rocks and Minerals Hall in the old museum -Earthquake exhibit in the old museum, where we got to ride something that replicated an actual earthquake! -Stuffed animals in safaris, etc. -Museum store: mini drawstring bags of precious stones, like rose quartz and tiger eye! And the gorgeous newer building: -Beautiful and relaxing Planetarium shows! -Fun rotating exhibits, with an emphasis on conservation and sustainability! -Comfortable, chic, light-filled space! -Stunning and innovative rainforest exhibit that stretches to the top! Thank you for all the years of educational entertainment!

From the moment we stepped into the museum, I felt a sense of excitement and wonder. This was our first big date. The halls were filled with the most incredible exhibits, and we both couldn't wait to explore every corner of it together. I knew from that moment that there was something special between us, a spark that was ignited and couldn't be ignored. As we walked through the exhibits, we talked about everything from the stars in the planetarium to the tiniest creatures in the aquarium.We laughed and joked, and I felt like we had known each other for years, rather than just a few weeks.Kyle, thank you for that incredible day and for every moment since.

We’ve had the pleasure of being members of the academy for over 5 yrs. It’s the highlight of our trips to SF. I’ve watched my son grow up learning so many new things from the permanent and changing features. We have so many wonderful family memories. Thank you for being a beautiful site of intrigue and wonder.

My experience there was amazing, there was just so much to see. I had been wanting to visit for quite a while, so my daughter and I finally took a road trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco. These are some of my favorite memories from our visit.

Claude! It’s been so awesome every time I go to the California Academy of Sciences. As soon as I get there. First thing that I do is go straight until find you in your island or taking a nap in your pond. When I see you it makes me feel in peace because nobody else but you know how brave you are. I read your book and makes me cry and be sad but at the same time makes me feel happy and lucky to have you here in San Francisco. When I go there, I sit and start reading the story to you and the people who I am with. You are such an incredible animal and I love you so much. All my family includes my friends knows already about you and not as “The Albino Alligator”. They know you as “Claude” I will never get bored of going to the California Academy of Sciences because there’s much to see and appreciate! It’s just pure magic to enjoy and admire.