The Science History Institute is closed for Independence Day on Friday, July 4, and there will be no First Friday event.
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NEWS

Science History Institute Welcomes 2025–2026 Beckman Center Fellows

Scholars from around the world will study a wide range of topics in the history and social studies of chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences.

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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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EVENTS

Othmer Library Tours

Curious about the other half of the Science History Institute? Step into the Othmer Library of Chemical History!

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COLLECTIONS BLOG

The Biohazard Warning Symbol

In pursuit of something memorable and meaningless.

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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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