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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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Disneyland and the Rise of Automation

Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 6pm-8pm EDT
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A stamp with a coin featuring Alfred Nobel's profile

First Friday: And the Nobel Goes To…

It’s Nobel Prize Week! Celebrate with us and see what’s behind one of the most coveted science awards.

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An Alchemical Affair: A ‘Fire and Gold’ Opening Celebration

Join us as we unveil our newest permanent exhibition, Fire and Gold: The Art of Alchemy (1450–1850).

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From Nature to Nylons: A Touch-Based History of Textiles

This private learning experience combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects.

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Artefacts XXXI: Trust and Objects

The 31st annual Artefacts Conference will explore how museums and academic institutions use material culture to build “trust in the history of science.”

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Science History Institute Othmer Library

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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A library information desk with books, pamphlets, and an adjacent Rare Book Room.

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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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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First Friday: More Than Meets the Eye

Join us for the unveiling of our latest ExhibitLab display, More Than Meets the Eye, which explores social and material technologies that have shaped corneal transplantation.

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3 hands touching a blue textile

From Nature to Nylons: A Touch-Based History of Textiles

This private learning experience combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects.

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Ullyot Lecture and Award: Ben Feringa

The 2016 Nobel co-laureate in chemistry will present this year’s lecture, followed by a Q&A session and award presentation.

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Research fellow Eva Hemmungs Wirtén.

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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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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A library interior with tall bookshelves, large columns, and seating area.

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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First Friday: Start Talking Science

Meet scientists doing cutting-edge research in physics, medicine, biochemistry, and more.

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hand touching Bakelizer

From Nature to Nylons: A Touch-Based History of Textiles

This private learning experience combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects.

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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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