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Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
This original documentary by Veverka Bros. explores the world’s most spectacular pyrotechnics, the artisans who create them, and the rich cultural traditions they represent.
Celebrate community, connection, and the power of local impact!
We’ve teamed up with artist Aislinn Pentecost-Farren and ArtPhilly’s What Now: 2026 festival to look at our museum through a new lens.
We’ve teamed up with artist Aislinn Pentecost-Farren and ArtPhilly’s What Now: 2026 festival to look at our museum through a new lens.
We’ve teamed up with artist Aislinn Pentecost-Farren and ArtPhilly’s What Now: 2026 festival to look at our museum through a new lens.
This private learning experience combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects.
This private learning experience combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects.
This touch-based tour offers guests a private learning experience that combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects from our collections.
The Science History Institute is one of 23 museums, historic sites, and local businesses in Philadelphia’s Historic District coming together for a day of star-spangled festivities in the nation’s most historic square mile.
All Philadelphia-area college students are invited to visit us during CollegeFest, Campus Philly’s annual “Welcome to Philadelphia!” celebration.
Join us in our museum for extended hours and family-friendly programming as part of Wawa Welcome America’s 4th of July festivities!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Start your 4th of July celebration at the Science History Institute and learn about the science and history behind the beautiful displays you’ll see later in the evening.
Drop in for a tour highlighting the central role of women in shaping chemistry and the material sciences throughout history.
Stop by our table to see examples of the fine art featured in our fireworks exhibition, then partake in hands-on activities, games, and snacks!
Join us for a special evening just for educators, with an in-depth look at the science, history, and spectacle behind fireworks!
Join our Gallery Guides for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.
Join us at Philly Fair 250, a multiday extravaganza celebrating America’s 250th birthday!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Join our Gallery Guides for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.
From Rachel Carson to ACT UP, explore how scientists and activists have shaped discovery and created change.
From Rachel Carson to ACT UP, explore how scientists and activists have shaped discovery and created change.
Check out our display at the Cherry Street Pier, then make your own firework art with rainbow scratch paper!
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!