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Chabot Space and Science Center, Oakland, CA

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Chabot Space and Science Center

A nonprofit science center in the Oakland hills with a planetarium, historic telescopes, and the NASA Ames Visitor Center.

10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619 · Oakland, CA

About Chabot Space and Science Center

Chabot Space and Science Center sits in the redwood hills above Oakland and focuses on Earth and space science. Its main draws include a large full-dome planetarium, three historic telescopes used for public viewing, and the NASA Ames Visitor Center, where visitors can take on hands-on engineering challenges and learn about NASA Ames Research Center's work. The center also runs group visits, field trips, evening programs, and family events, and it operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

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  • #NASA Ames Visitor Center
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