Events
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.
Aug
06
Thu
Aug
07
Fri
The Global History of Modern Science, 1400–1914
The 2026 Cain Conference will address the major issues involved in understanding how modern science has been created through a process of global cultural exchange.
Aug
10
Mon
6pm-8pm
Science on Tap, Untapped: Scientific Revolutions
At this semiquincentennial special edition of our science café, we explore revolutions in science. Come eat, drink, and learn about revolutionary moments in scientific advancements, from the study of diatoms to our understanding of dinosaurs.
Aug
20
Thu
6pm-8pm
Disneyland and the Rise of Automation
Join author Roland Betancourt for a delightful deep dive into how Disney turned the cold logic of factory assembly lines into the “happiest place on earth.”
Sep
16
Wed
6pm-8pm
Gender Minorities in the Sciences Panel
Scientists share their experiences and strategies for advancing equity and inclusion in STEM across gender-diverse communities.