It’s National Library Week!

We’re celebrating this year’s theme, “Drawn to the Library,” by exploring the interplay of science and art in our collections.

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Join our curators and librarians for a fun after-hours event in the Othmer Library’s reading room where you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • learn about the history of scientific illustration from our rare and modern books
  • discover the science behind artists’ materials
  • browse our unique collection of science-related comic books
  • make a book-themed craft to take home
  • enjoy a taste of our book-themed cake
  • support our library by adopting collection items
  • and much more!

Admission is free, and registration is required.

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Featured image: Plate XVI: Illustrations of various animals. Part of Polygraphice, or, the Arts of Drawing, Engraving, Etching, Limning, Painting, Washing, Varnishing, Gilding, Colouring, Dying, Beautifying and Perfuming, published in 1685.

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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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