Curiosity Piqued
A Randall Museum Blog
Randall Museum’s blog is full of wonderings, reports on amazing public programs, interviews with colleagues, pursuit of best practices and commentary on education policy and community engagement. We are passionate about raising awareness of the natural world and learning through observation and hands-on experimentation.
National Basketry Organization Magazine Feature
On Friday, September 14th, the Randall Museum hosted a reception and discussion with the Parkers, a 4-generation family of master basketmakers, on the opening of the Randall's exhibition of native California basketry - "A Tradition of Making: California Native...
Meet Kylie Carpenter — the Randall’s Science Educator and Facility Coordinator
My passion for science, education, and preservation first developed while attending Sonoma State University. While in school I was an intern for the Wildlands Conservancy (TWC) and Sonoma Land Trust (SLT), conducting research for natural resource management. I enjoyed...
With a Lot of Help from our Friends
People often wonder how we get so much done at the Randall with only five full time staff. The truth is, we get a lot of help from our friends. A great case in point is our new Fab Lab, “The Garage”. You’ve probably heard the term “Fab Lab”, but might be wondering...
Wild in California
The Randall Museum hosts an assortment of California native animals in its Wild in California Exhibit. We have these animals because as part of the Randall’s mission we hope to inspire a genuine connection between our visitors and nature in California. By showcasing...
Sci-cycle in Action!
I live in San Rafael, about 24 miles from the Randall Museum. 2–3 days each week I ride in to work on my bicycle and take the ferry back home. Biking to work is such an energizing way to start the day. Morning exercise really wakes up my body and prepares it for the...
STEAM in Spain
I recently took a trip to Spain, starting out in Barcelona and finishing in the coastal towns on the Bay of Biscay. Having STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) running through my veins, all I could see was “making” through the ages as I toured...
Birding in the Bay Area
This month’s insight is brought to you by Dominik Mosur, Randall Museum Animal Keeper and Birder Extraordinaire. “Birding or birdwatching is many things to many people. For most it is a pleasurable hobby, for some it is an often competitive game and for a few it...
It Takes a Village
Organizationally, the Randall Museum is a public/private partnership between the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and the nonprofit organization, the Randall Museum Friends. Technically, there are only FIVE full-time Randall staff, who are Rec and Park...
A Small Bilingual Art Class with a Significant Community Impact
The Randall Museum offers a diverse array of classes, for almost all ages, organized in season-based quarterly sessions. Most are preregistered weekly classes for a few months at a time. But, one of our more unique learning environments are the drop-in classes that...
Ceramics Self-Discovery
This month I interviewed Tomoko Nakazato, ceramics instructor extraordinaire at Randall Museum and beyond. This month we thoughtfully reflect on the act of creating art with clay and the extensive effects it has on the artist. The topic came to mind as I was thinking...
Animal Room Open Saturdays Only
Beginning the first week in September, the Randall Museum live animal exhibit at the Mission Arts Center will no longer be open on weekdays, only on Saturdays from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
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