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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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collage of Polaroid photos promoting Mr. Polaroid film
Aug
15
Fri
5pm-7pm
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Performances

‘Mr. Polaroid’ Movie Night

Join us for a fun and nostalgic evening in Old City celebrating the magic of instant photography!

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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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photo of cheese wrapped in plastic
Aug
16
Sat
2pm
Drop-In Tours
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

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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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!

More
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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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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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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woman wearing glasses and plaid skirt in front of lab glassware
Sep
06
Sat
2pm
Drop-In Tours
Free
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.

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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!

More
magazine ad featuring a baby in high chair pouring milk over a tray
Sep
20
Sat
2pm
Drop-In Tours
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

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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cover of a notebook
Sep
20
Sat
10am-5pm
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

Stories of Science: CollegeFest 2025

All Philadelphia-area college students are invited to visit us during CollegeFest, Campus Philly’s annual “Welcome to Philadelphia!” celebration.

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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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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!

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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!

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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!

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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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