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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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‘Mr. Polaroid’ Movie Night

Friday, August 15, 2025 | 5pm-7pm EDT
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View inside the Jacobs Reading Room
Sep
05
Fri
4pm-4:45pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

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opened book of dye samples looking like bowties
Sep
05
Fri
5pm-7pm
First Fridays
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

First Friday: Books, Meet Their Makers!

Explore historic sample books and accompanying art by members of the Guild of Book Workers.

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woolly mammoth book cart
Oct
03
Fri
4pm-4:45pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

More
gathering of people interacting with science posters
Oct
03
Fri
5pm-8pm
First Fridays
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

First Friday: Start Talking Science

Meet scientists doing cutting-edge research in physics, medicine, biochemistry, and more.

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blue armchairs, shelves, columns in library
Nov
07
Fri
4pm-4:45pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

More
illustration of a torpedo boat on rough sea
Nov
07
Fri
5pm-7pm
First Fridays
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

First Friday: Nautical Navigation

Think you have what it takes to survive on the seven seas? Test your skills in a nautical navigation choose-your-own-adventure game!

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scholars doing research in a library
Dec
05
Fri
4pm-4:45pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

More
grayscale illustration of a steam kettle
Dec
05
Fri
5pm-7pm
First Fridays
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

First Friday: Cocoa for Chemistry

Enjoy a cozy evening learning about the innovations that keep us warm. Cookies and hot chocolate included!

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