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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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color illustration of medicinal plant
Aug
09
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Wellness Month

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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black-and-white photo of a computer system
Aug
14
Thu
11am-2pm
Classes & Workshops
For Families
Free

Philadelphia STEMFest 2025

This free event will bring together 500 K–12th grade students, their families, and community members for a celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math.

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etching of a family having tea by the fireplace
Aug
16
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Wellness Month

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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hand drawing of an astronomer on a French stamped postcard
Aug
16
Sat
10am-2pm
Classes & Workshops
For Families
Museum Programs & Activities

Space Day Saturday at the Please Touch Museum

Grab your space helmet! Space Day launches you into hands-on activities that explore rockets, planets, and the stars!

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blue monochrome illustration of jellyfish, anemones, and corals
Aug
23
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Wellness Month

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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Illustration of three microscopes.
Aug
30
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Wellness Month

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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black-and-white photo of assembled students
Sep
06
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Back to School

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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postcard showing a drawing of Rachel Carson's grave with birds and a squirrel
Sep
13
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Back to School

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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cover of game box
Sep
27
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Back to School

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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colorized illustration of fireworks
Apr
10
Fri
5pm-8pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

Exhibition Opening: The History of Fireworks

SAVE THE DATE for an explosive celebration of our next exhibition opening April 2026.

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