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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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Beyond Frankenstein: Transplant Science and Lifesaving Pig Organs

Thursday, October 30, 2025 | 1pm-2pm EDT
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women in lab

Women in Chemistry Tour

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

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Stories of Science: Feasting on Chemistry

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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Monopoly: Go Green Edition board game

Board Games at the Rail Park

Spend your Sunday outdoors with Institute staff! Get an overview of the history of U.S. environmental policy and major environmental events through an amusing assortment of environmental board games.

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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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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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Pyrex 1-Quart Liquid Measuring Cup

Stories of Science: Feasting on Chemistry

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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School Lunch Tour

This interactive drop-in tour reveals how food scientists, the government, and the public have shaped in-school nutrition.

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Stories of Science: Feasting on Chemistry

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 addressed to Max A. Bredig featuring a young girl reading Braille

Stories of Science: Feasting on Chemistry

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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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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grayscale illustration of a steam kettle

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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Science & Activism Tour

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

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artistic rendering of a view of snowy day from inside a home

Stories of Science: Old City Shopping Sip & Stroll

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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Stories of Science: 2025 Wrapped

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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School Lunch Tour

This interactive drop-in tour reveals how food scientists, the government, and the public have shaped in-school nutrition.

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Stories of Science: 2025 Wrapped

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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Stories of Science: 2025 Wrapped

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

Exhibition Opening: Flash! Bang! Boom! A History of Fireworks

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

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