Happy Birthday Exploratorium!

Student Assignment: Brigette

The Exploratorium turns 40 this weekend. In 1969, Dr. Frank Oppenheimer opened the doors to the Exploratorium. Tell us about both the Exploratorium and its founder.

• Write about the birthday event (use this page for background information).
• Write a little about the history of the Exploratorium. Why was it started and why? (Use this page or this page for background.)
• Play around with and highlight the interactive timeline.
• Highlight a few of the most interesting events during the weekend celebration. This page has information about the weekend celebration. Remember to mention that the Exploratorium is free all weekend.