HQ Function

Serves as the central hub for all its operations, including public exhibitions (aquarium, planetarium, natural history museum, rainforest), scientific research laboratories, specimen collections, educational programming, and administrative offices.

Notable Features:

Designed by Renzo Piano, the building features a 2.5-acre Living Roof with native California plants, the Steinhart Aquarium, Morrison Planetarium, Osher Rainforest, Kimball Natural History Museum, and is one of the largest LEED Platinum-certified museum buildings in the world.

Work Culture:

A collaborative and mission-driven environment fostering scientific inquiry, education, and public engagement. Staff and researchers are dedicated to biodiversity science, sustainability, and inspiring a passion for the natural world.

HQ Significance:

It is a world-class scientific institution and a major cultural attraction in San Francisco, playing a crucial role in biodiversity research, science education, and promoting environmental stewardship to millions of visitors annually.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' design and operations reflect the Academy's core values of sustainability, scientific discovery, biodiversity conservation, and accessible public education.

Location:

The California Academy of Sciences has a significant global presence through its scientific research, specimen collections, and conservation efforts. Its scientists conduct fieldwork across the globe, collaborating with international partners to study biodiversity and address environmental challenges. The Academy's extensive collections contain specimens from around the world, serving as a vital resource for global research. Furthermore, its educational initiatives and digital content reach a worldwide audience, promoting science literacy and environmental awareness internationally.

Street Address:

55 Music Concourse Drive

City:

San Francisco

State/Province:

CA

Country:

USA