Library Resource Guides
Dig deeper into the Science History Institute’s museum exhibitions by exploring our library collections on a variety of topics, including fireworks and pyrotechnics, minerals, food science, and the history of dyes.
Fireworks and Pyrotechnics
Take a closer look at our Flash! Bang! Boom! exhibition with featured books and other works that explore the history, science, and spectacle of fireworks, pyrotechnics, and explosives technology.
Minerals
Learn more about the elements, gemstones, and crystals featured in our Earthly Matters permanent exhibition by exploring a curated list of monographs, journals, and rare books on minerals and mineralogy.
Food Science
Discover the surprising story behind the school lunch with historical materials on food and nutrition featured in one of our most popular past exhibitions, Lunchtime: The History of Science on the School Food Tray.
History of Color
Explore BOLD: Color from Test Tube to Textile with a curated list of materials on the history of dyes and dying, as well as the science, marketing, and artistic and commercial applications of color.
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Tours & Trainings
We offer a variety of engaging tours and trainings for your youth, adult, or school group.
Classroom Activities
Our student-led activities provide everything you need to explore the science in your life.
Scientific Biographies
Learn about the people behind some of the most significant achievements and discoveries in the history of chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences.