Onsite Classes at the Randall Museum
Child and Adult Classes
Masks are required indoors for ages 2+up. Proof of vaccination required for everyone ages 12+ when you enter the building.
Randall Museum has classes for all ages in science, nature and art. Whether you want to submerse yourself in learning a new skill, or drop in for an hour with your young artists, there are classes in art, science and applied design to pique your curiosity. Randall classes encourage discovery of the natural world by kids of all ages. There are even summer camps that are very popular and fill up fast. Classes change every quarterly season, so check back again for something new!
To register for a class, you must first set up a family account through the San Francisco Recreation and Parks class registration home page.
Randall Museum members receive class discounts and priority registration!
Tots and Family Classes
Youth, Tween and Teen Classes
Teen and Adult Classes
Registration
Everyone Must Have a Family Account
You MUST have or create a family account prior to registration. It’s fast and easy! Set up your account today and begin viewing fall programs at San Francisco Recreation and Parks. For questions about your account, please contact (415) 831-6800.
Current Members
If you have recently created a family account or if you have any questions about your Randall Friends Membership, please email tloewenberg@randallmuseum.org by the Friday before member registration so we can apply your membership to your new account.
Enrolling in Programs
Once you have set up your account, you may view and register for programs at San Francisco Recreation and Parks or by walking into any SF Rec & Park registration location that is currently open. Classes can be searched by facility, subject, or age group online.
Withdrawals and Refunds
You must withdraw at least one week before the program starts; otherwise, you will forfeit the entire cost of the course. For every withdrawal or transfer from a paid activity, you will be charged either $12 or 20% of the course, whichever is greater. The remaining balance will be credited to your family account. Call (415) 831-6800 to withdraw from a course.
Scholarships
To apply for a scholarship, you may fill out an application and show income documentation at the McLaren Lodge Registration Desk. You will need to provide proof of residency and show documentation verifying your income. Only Support Services staff at the McLaren Lodge Registration Desk can approve 50% scholarships. For requests over 50%, please call Lillian Bautista, Scholarship Coordinator, at (415) 831-2717.
If you have any questions about registration, please call (415) 831-6800 Monday – Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Covid-19 Precautions
All visitors are required to show proof of vaccination to enter our facilities. Masks must be worn indoors for ages 2+up. The vaccination requirements do not apply to those who are ineligible for vaccinations, including children under 12 years old. We are delighted to invite the public back safely and ask that you please help us keep our staff and visitors as safe as possible. We are following the SFDPH guidelines.
Art Studio
Randall Museum Art Studio is set up with supplies, tools, and work surfaces for an unlimited variety of art projects for people of all ages. The room also has wonderful views of the City and access to an outdoor patio.
Ceramics Studio
Randall Museum’s refurbished Ceramics Studio has electric wheels, manual wheels, electric and gas powered kilns, clay traps and a collection of hand tools, glazes and clays to create different ceramics projects for all age groups.
Woodshop
Randall Museum has one of the rare, fully equipped public access woodshops. The woodworking studio has the capacity to provide classes for all age groups and all skills from Parent-Toddler Classes to Adult Open Studio. There are a full complement of both hand and power tools including a large Band Saw from the 1930’s from the old Naval Base on Mare Island.
The Garage/STEAM Lab
Natural Sciences Lab
Theater
Randall Theater has both bleacher and floor seating with a capacity of 180 people. There is a full set of stage lights and riggings to provide light, sound and other effects to support any activity on the raked stage. The theater also has a small green room (not accessible), and a sound booth with capacity to control lights, sound and projections.
Accessibility
To get from the main part of the building to The Garage & Woodshop or from the main part of the building to the Art Room & Buckley-Redwood Room & Redwood Ramp, it is necessary to exit the building.
Learn More about Accessibility Options
Register with San Francisco Recreation and Parks
All Randall Museum class and camp registrations are processed through San Francisco Recreation & Park Department. Create an account online to view and sign up for your favorite programs. It’s easy!
Become a Member
Welcome! By joining Randall Museum Friends you help unlock discoveries and expand hands-on learning opportunities for art and science explorers of all ages. Plus, members receive discounts and early registration benefits for classes. (Please note that early registration benefit does NOT apply to summer camps.)
Hours & Fees
Tuesday through Saturday
Open 10 am to 5 pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
Admission is Free
Contact Us
Randall Museum
199 Museum Way
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 554-9600
info@randallmuseum.org
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