Bay Area Discovery Museum

The Bay Area Discovery Museum campus in Sausalito, a nationally recognized children’s museum, has been renovated and expanded to sensitively integrate a new theater building and exhibit areas within the historic context of Fort Baker.

A nationally recognized leader among children’s museums, the Bay Area Discovery Museum renovated their existing campus, expanded the outdoor exhibit environment, and sensitively integrated a new entry/theater building within the historic context of Fort Baker at the edge of the San Francisco Bay.

Owner

Bay Area Discovery Museum

Location

Sausalito, CA

Size

46,000 sq. ft.

Image Credit

Richard Barnes / Thomas Heinser

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Located in historic Fort Baker at the edge of the San Francisco Bay, the Bay Area Discovery Museum is devoted to educating children and serving as a resource for parents and educators. The mission of the museum is to “engage, delight and educate children through exploration of and connection with the local environment and the diverse communities”. The existing landmark campus has been renovated and expanded to include a new entry building, multimedia/performance center, early learning center, and extensive outdoor exhibit areas. The project strictly conforms to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. In keeping with the goals of the museum and the National Park Service, the expanded campus incorporates sustainable building practices, systems, and materials.

Awards
California Preservation Foundation, Design Award
The Bay Area Discovery Museum campus in Sausalito, a nationally recognized children’s museum, has been renovated and expanded to sensitively integrate a new theater building and exhibit areas within the historic context of Fort Baker.
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Beth Morris