Visitor Information
Education Center in the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
Discover and explore the wonders of science at the UC Davis Thomas J. Long Foundation Education Center. There is something for everyone! Follow the link for additional details.
The Education Center is open Tuesday through Friday, from 1 - 5 p.m. with special appointments available. During the summer months the Education Center will be open on Saturdays from 1 - 5 p.m. Volunteer docents are available for guided tours of the Education Center and TCES building, questions about exhibits, operation of 3-D Visualization Lab, and general information.
During the holiday period, the UC Davis Thomas J. Long Foundation Education Center will have special holiday hours. The Education Center will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1. We will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. on Dec. 23, 26, 30 and Jan. 2 for Family Science Days.
Laboratory in the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
The UC Davis laboratory is located on the third floor of the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences (TCES) building. TCES is open Tuesday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. with special appointments available.
The Tahoe City Field Lab, also known as the Historic Fish Hatchery, recently received a historic renovation. Exhibits are currently under development and are expected to be available for Summer 2009.
Research Vessels at Tahoe City Marina
Two UC Davis research vessels (R/V John LeConte and R/V Ted Frantz) are moored at the Tahoe City Marina. For on lake research requests, please contact boat captain Brant Allen at 775-881-7560, ext. 7465.