Spark Conversations. Make Connections. Inspire Action.
Our events amplify voices from many perspectives and lived experiences. From Gates Foundation grantees and employees to community leaders, activists, artists, and young changemakers, we share stories and showcase ways to take action that spark conversation and connections. Join us for one of our upcoming events either in-person or online!
Tour & Staff Chat
Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 2 – 3 pm PST
Discovery Center
Storytelling & Global Health | Tour the galleries for 30 minutes with a Discovery Center guide and then chat with a featured staff member at the Gates Foundation about their area of focus.
Stories You Can Feel: Tactile Tour
Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 10 – 11 am PST
Discovery Center
The tactile tour used objects that visitors can touch. Staff are trained in visual descriptions and have basic sighted guide training.
Low Sensory Input Morning
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 10 – 11 am PST
Discovery Center
Low sensory input mornings take place during the first hour and a half that the Discovery Center is open on select Saturdays. The space is fully open to the public during these times. The Discovery Center is mostly lit by natural light through a bank of windows, but during these low sensory mornings, the gallery lighting is lowered, videos operate with captions, and the audio is turned off.
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 10 am – 3 pm PST
Discovery Center
Join us at the Gates Foundation Discovery Center for an inspiring Earth Day program! Dive into innovation and action as we explore groundbreaking ideas for a healthier future.
2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Gathering
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 4 – 7 pm PST
Discovery Center
This gathering brings together women leaders from diverse industries to share insights, exchange ideas, and drive meaningful change toward gender equity in the workplace.
Signs for Innovation: An ASL Tour
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 10 – 11 am PST
Discovery Center
The ASL tour will be led by a Discovery Center educator and interpreted in American Sign Language by a certified professional interpreter. Visitors are welcome to ask questions throughout the tour.
Reading on the Go: Live Captioned Tour
Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 10 – 11 am PST
Discovery Center
The live captioned tour will be led by a Discovery Center educator and transcribed in real time by a captioner. Visitors will be able to access the transcription via their own device or borrow one from the front desk.
