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.

Adopt-a-Book circular logo with Olomouc library cart

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.

gathering in library looking at books displayed on a long table

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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blue armchairs, shelves, columns in library
October 8, 2025
Free

Othmer Library Tour

Curious about the other half of the Science History Institute? Step into the Othmer Library of Chemical History!

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Museum Programs & Activities

A Marvelous Night of Minerals: An ‘Earthly Matters’ Opening Celebration

Celebrate the opening of our new permanent exhibition featuring a collection of more than 20 minerals.

book opened to annotated skeleton illustration
October 11, 2025
For Families

Stories of Science: Spooky Science

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

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