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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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First Friday: Our Plastic Planet

Friday, April 3, 2026 | 5pm-7pm EDT
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Egyptian gallery at the Penn Museum

Transforming the Dead: The Art, Ritual, and Science of Egyptian Embalming

Egyptologist Jen Wegner explores how ancient embalmers worked to transform the dead for life after death.

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