The mission of Chabot Space and Science Center is to be a place for students of all ages to learn and be inspired about the Universe and our Planet Earth. Founded as an observatory in 1883, today Chabot offers visitors hands-on experiences, interactive exhibits and space related artifacts, and Planetarium shows that explore the universe and life here on earth. Combined with a changing program of workshops, Science Camp, outreach programs and special events, Chabot Space and Science Center has become the Bay Area's go-to destination for visitors of all ages who want to discover and learn about space and earth sciences.