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DISTILLATIONS MAGAZINE

Disorderly Persons

What are laws against fortune-telling really meant to do?

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EVENTS

‘Mr. Polaroid’ Movie Night

This free event features a movie screening, vintage Polaroid cameras, popcorn and other movie snacks, and a pop-up photo booth.

Friday, August 15 | 5pm–7pm

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DISTILLATIONS PODCAST

The People vs. Recombinant DNA

In 1976, one small city nearly brought cutting-edge science to a halt.

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EXHIBITIONS

Lunchtime: The History of Science on the School Food Tray

This exhibition offers a novel historical perspective on efforts to feed children in U.S. schools.

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We tell the stories behind the science.

The Science History Institute explores lesser-known and overlooked stories from the history of science and technology. We dive deep into the history of scientific successes and failures, with a focus on expanding knowledge and broadening our understanding of how science and society intersect.

Collect. Preserve. Interpret. Share.

Through research, storytelling, public programming, and educational outreach, we reveal how science is embedded in our daily lives.

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