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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: Poisons and Panaceas

Friday, May 3, 2024 | 5pm-7pm EDT
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Chinese world map, drawn by the Jesuits (early 17th century).

The Global History of Modern Science, 1400–1914

August 6, 2026
This 2026 Cain Conference will address the major issues involved in understanding how modern science has been created through a process of global cultural exchange.

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