For students in grades K–2; available on Thursdays and Fridays by reservation
ADMISSION: Free for Bay Area K–12 school groups through the 2024–2025 academic year. Tours are $100 per class of 25 students for schools outside of the Bay Area.
Discover the rich stories of history and culture embedded in the architecture of The CJM’s landmark building. In this STEAM-inspired tour, students in grades K–2 experience an interactive exploration of shapes and symbolism, building materials, and San Francisco history. Culminating in a hands-on design challenge, this tour invites close looking, creative problem-solving, and imaginative play. The CJM is housed at the site of a former power station, originally built in 1881, that was rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake and went on to power San Francisco back to life. Architect Daniel Libeskind built upon this foundation using Jewish symbolism and whimsical angles to create an intentional space for celebrating Jewish culture. This tour is aligned to the California History-Social Science Framework.
Book your tour using the button below, or visit our School Tours page to see all of our tour options.
The CJM offers an array of free, downloadable resources designed to prepare students and teachers to view exhibitions, and to support your tour experience.
For questions or help making a reservation, call 415.655.7857 or email schools@thecjm.org.
Major support for K-12 School and Teacher Programs is generously provided by California Bank & Trust; William Randolph Hearst Foundation; Barbara and Ronald Kaufman; The Bernard Osher Foundation; Pacific Gas and Electric Company; and Yerba Buena Community Benefit Fund.