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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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Alternative Power: Moving Beyond Wind and Solar with Geothermal Energy

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 1pm-2pm EST
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illustrations of various furnaces
Jan
14
Wed
1pm-2pm
Free
Joseph Priestley Society
Online
Programs, Lectures & Talks

Alternative Power: Moving Beyond Wind and Solar with Geothermal Energy

Experts discuss the latest advances in geothermal energy, sharing details of its implementation on the Swarthmore College campus.

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photograph of red roses, blue background
Feb
06
Fri
5pm-8pm
First Fridays
For Families
Free
Joseph Priestley Society
Museum Programs & Activities

Wine, Roses, and Chocolate: How Romance and Science Work Together to Sweeten the Dark Days of February

Master flavorist Sam Tharpe, essential oil specialist Kim Bleimann, and chemist of wine André Isaacs uncover the unseen molecular world of romantic staples and the science that delivers them.

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