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.
Mar
09
Mon
6pm-7pm
What Frogs and Octopuses Know (That ChatGPT Doesn’t)
Won Jeon shows how AI produces convincing language while lacking the situational awareness that powers the communication of living organisms.
Mar
19
Thu
6pm-8pm
The Maternal Imprint
This Women’s History Month, join us for a thought provoking presentation by leading gender and science scholar Sarah S. Richardson.
Apr
22
Wed
1pm-2pm
Greening the Urban Landscape
Hear from Tim Bennett and Peggy Prevoznik Heins on bringing composting services to Philadelphia homes and vegetable gardens to Delaware schools.
Apr
22
Wed
6pm-8pm
Othmer Library After Hours
Join us for annual library open house in honor of National Library Week!
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.