Events

The Science History Institute produces a wide range of in-person and virtual events that are free and open to the public. From exhibition openings and talks, to museum tours and late-night activities, our programming is aimed at science history lovers, students, industry professionals, scholars, educators, and the scientifically curious.

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From Nature to Nylons: A Touch-Based History of Textiles

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 10:30am-12pm EDT

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Chinese world map, drawn by the Jesuits (early 17th century).

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Conferences & Symposia

The Global History of Modern Science, 1400–1914

The 2026 Cain Conference will address the major issues involved in understanding how modern science has been created through a process of global cultural exchange.

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