The Randall Museum, nestled in San Francisco’s Corona Heights, continues to captivate young minds through its innovative blend of science, nature, and art programming. Operated through a longstanding public-private partnership between the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and the nonprofit Randall Museum Friends, the museum offers a variety of interactive experiences, from pine-needle basket weaving to scrapyard robotics.
This collaboration enables the museum to provide free general admission and deeply discounted classes in the arts and sciences, along with scholarships for its popular summer camps. These offerings aim to ensure accessibility for all Bay Area families, regardless of income level.
While many institutions offer reduced entry for children enrolled in government assistance programs, Randall Museum distinguishes itself by maintaining a no-cost entry policy for all. This approach has proven successful, drawing over 100,000 visitors last year and positioning the museum as a more accessible alternative to other regional attractions such as the Exploratorium, the Bay Area Discovery Museum in Marin, and the California Academy of Sciences.
Through its inclusive model, the Randall Museum continues to provide a vital community space where children can engage in enriching educational activities without financial barriers.
