First Friday: Gene-ius Quizzo

We’ve imagined it in movies and written about it in science fiction. It’s behind the origin stories of some of our favorite superheroes. But what is genetic engineering—and how did it all begin?

Join us for a lively night of Quizzo

Are you a Jurassic Park superfan? Think you know your genetically-modified villains and heroes? Put your pop culture knowledge to the test in a fun trivia game inspired by your favorite films—and the real science behind them. Plus, we’ll have fun prizes for the winners!

In the museum, check out our special collections and learn about the DNA molecules that make up all life, and uncover the major scientific discoveries and medical breakthroughs that brought us into the age of genetic engineering.

…and preview the next season of Distillations!

This First Friday, we’re celebrating the launch of the new season of our podcast, Distillations, premiering Tuesday, August 5!

This season dives deep into the fascinating history of genetic engineering and the birth of the biotech industry—from groundbreaking innovations to ethical dilemmas, from dreams to controversies.

Catch our special preview episodes now, and join us for this evening of science, storytelling, and trivia fun. We can’t wait to see you there!

About First Fridays

Spark your curiosity while exploring the exhibits after hours! First Fridays bring together a myriad of activities covering everyday science, historical oddities, and everything in between. Grab your friends, and kick off an evening of discovery, surprise, and a little nerdy fun.

First Fridays at the Institute are always free and open to the public. Attendees will receive a 10% discount to National Mechanics restaurant.

Featured image: Detail of illustration from Learn How Dagwood Splits the Atom, 1949.