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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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photo of two fluorescent light bulbs

Aug

29

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Stuff from Your House Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we explore the scientific principles and history behind everyday household objects.

illustrations of 18th century fireworks production

Aug

29

Sat

2pm

Museum Programs & Activities

Fireworks Tour

Join our museum educators for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.

man doing research in a library

Sep

04

Fri

5:15pm-6pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

ad depicting dancers in neon undergarments under black light

Sep

05

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

From Nature to Nylons Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we explore the history of the materials that fashion our clothes.

Sep

05

Sat

2pm

Museum Programs & Activities

Science & Activism Tour

From Rachel Carson to ACT UP, explore how scientists and activists have shaped discovery and created change.

monochrome image of a home with picket fence

Sep

12

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Stuff from Your House Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators at 11:30am and 2pm as we explore the scientific principles and history behind everyday household objects.

black and white photo of men with lab equipment

Sep

19

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Forensics Highlights Tour

Fans of murder mysteries and true crime are invited to join our museum educators to explore the science behind deductions.

etching of fireworks over architectural details

Sep

19

Sat

2pm

Museum Programs & Activities

Fireworks Tour

Join our museum educators for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.

porcelain jar with writing and gilding

Sep

26

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Unwell Waters Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators at 11:30am or 2pm as we visit the history of medicine exhibit to learn about waterborne epidemics from Pennsylvania’s past.

Research fellow Eva Hemmungs Wirtén.

Oct

02

Fri

5:15pm-6pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

color illustration depicting bleaching textiles in an outdoor location

Oct

03

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

From Nature to Nylons Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we explore the history of the materials that fashion our clothes.

woman wearing glasses and plaid skirt in front of lab glassware

Oct

03

Sat

2pm

Museum Programs & Activities

Women in Chemistry Tour

Drop in for a tour highlighting the central role of women in shaping chemistry and the material sciences throughout history.

monochrome blue illustration of house exteriors with the caption "Be a Better Chooser"

Oct

10

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Stuff from Your House Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we explore the scientific principles and history behind everyday household objects.

color magazine ad showing a test tube in a burette clamp

Oct

17

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Forensics Highlights Tour

Fans of murder mysteries and true crime are invited to join our museum educators to explore the science behind deductions.

A vibrant illustration of fireworks in the night sky with a crowd watching below. Suitable for history of fireworks theme.

Oct

17

Sat

2pm

Museum Programs & Activities

Fireworks Tour

Join our Gallery Guides for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.

oil painting of a surgeon operating on a man's foot

Oct

24

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Unwell Waters Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we visit the history of medicine exhibit to learn about waterborne epidemics from Pennsylvania’s past.

black and white illustration of fireworks display over the St. Laurence River, Quebec.

Oct

31

Sat

2pm

Museum Programs & Activities

Fireworks Tour

Join our Gallery Guides for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.

Pyrex 1-Quart Liquid Measuring Cup

Oct

31

Sat

11:30am

Museum Programs & Activities

Stuff from Your House Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we explore the scientific principles and history behind everyday household objects.

man doing research in a library

Nov

06

Fri

5:15pm-6pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

A library interior with tall bookshelves, large columns, and seating area.

Dec

04

Fri

4:15pm-5pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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