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Last updated on October 22, 2008

Lawrence Hall of Science at the University of California Berkeley, develops model programs for teaching and learning science and mathematics, and shares these with an ever-increasing audience.

Description:
Lawrence Hall of Science (LHS) is a singular resource center for preschool through high school science and mathematics education, and a public science museum with exciting hands-on experiences for learners of all ages.

History:
Established in 1968 at the University of California Berkeley in honor of Ernest O. Lawrence, UC's first Nobel laureate, Lawrence Hall of Science is a national leader in the development of innovative materials and programs for students, teachers, families, and the public at large. LHS has developed expertise and experience in communicating science to the public through exhibits, school programs, instructional materials, professional development and public programs for more than 35 years. The body of LHS work in informal and formal education includes development of dozens of exhibitions, twelve published curricula used by more than 20% of the nation's K-12 students, and hundreds of programs for students and teachers. LHS programs capitalize on a multi-faceted, rigorous approach to public understanding of science.

Contact person: Sue Guevara, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)
Office fax number: (510) 642-1055

Address:

1 Centennial Drive #5200 Berkeley, CA 94720 (See a map)

Web Site: http://lawrencehallofscience.org

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