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Oakland Museum of California

www.museumca.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit, Museum

Mission:
Public Education on all things California-related including natural science, history, and art. The strongest marine and aquatic resources are in the Natural Sciences department.

Contact:
Christopher Richard
Dorris Welch
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak Street
Oakland, CA 94607
Phone: (510) 238-3884
Fax: (510) 238-3393
crichard@museumca.org

Geographical Focus:
State

Counties Served:
Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano

Activities:
Research, Education, Conservation, Tourism

Topic:
Wetlands, Cultural History, Kelp Forest, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Endangered Species, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Open Ocean/Oceanography

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Maps, On-Site Program, Field Trip, Publications, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Multimedia, Website, Library/Lending Materials, Interpretive Center, Natural Sounds Library

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Natural Sciences Monthly Lecture Series

Education Programs:
•  Extensive natural history of California exhibits
•  Creek and watershed maps of Oakland/Berkeley, Hayward/San Leandro, Fremont, and Pleasanton
•  Guide to East Bay Creeks booklet
•  Guide to San Francisco Bay Area Creeks www.museumca.org/creeks
•  OMCA School Program Guide
•  Lending Kits (Birds, Mammals, Bats of California)
•  On-Site School Programs on: Fossils, Animal Habitats, Bats, and Science Illustration
•  Docent-led school tours (K-12) of the science gallery
•  Youth Science Explorations: Middle and high school marine science field-based course
•  Family Science Days at OMCA (quarterly)

Target Audiences:
K-12, Adult, Teacher, Non-Formal Educator, University Students, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 100

Other Languages:
Spanish and Chinese: Exhibit Translations

In-Service Training:
Teacher workshops, college internships, extensive docent training, adult lectures, field trips and classes, family workshops

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Docent
  Description:
Docents teach school groups visiting the gallery and lead tours of the gallery for the general public.
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Desire to learn extensive California natural history, ecological concepts, and interpretive techniques
  Commitment Required:
8 hours a month
  Application/Training:
Training course is two semesters long. Class meets three hours per week, plus field trips.
  Community Service Documentation:
No
  Contact:
Dorris Welch
(510) 238-6641
dwelch@museumca.org


Internship Opportunities

  Description:
College level internships for students pursuing careers in science education and museum work
Interns assist with education program curriculum development, program coordination, publications, evaluations, exhibits, and special events.
  When Needed:
Varies
  Qualifications:
College level coursework in biological or earth sciences, experience teaching and working with young people
  Application:
Email resume: dwelch@museumca.org
  Number of Interns:
2-3
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Credit:
No
  Contact Name:
Dorris Welch
(510) 238-6641
dwelch@museumca.org


Audio Tapes:
For use on-site or for loan
•  California Library of Natural Sounds

Service Fee:
Museum Admission: $6.00, school programs average $50.00 per class, varies with the program

General Services:
Restrooms, Picnic Area, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Underground Garage

Public Transit Access:
BART, Lake Merritt Station

Disabled Access:
Through garage from Kaiser Center Lot, all facilities accessible, ASL Docents, and TDD



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