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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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Sep
12
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Back to School

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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monochrome image of a home with picket fence
Sep
12
Sat
11:30am
Drop-In Tours
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

Stuff from Your House Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators at 11:30am and 2pm as we explore the scientific principles and history behind everyday household objects.

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Color graphic with the title, Gender Minorities in the Sciences Panel
Sep
16
Wed
6pm-8pm
Free
Hybrid
Programs, Lectures & Talks
Science and Society

Gender Minorities in the Sciences Panel

Scientists share their experiences and strategies for advancing equity and inclusion in STEM across gender-diverse communities.

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cover of a notebook
Sep
19
Sat
10am-5pm
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: CollegeFest 2026

All Philadelphia-area college students are invited to visit us during CollegeFest, Campus Philly’s annual “Welcome to Philadelphia!” celebration.

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black and white photo of men with lab equipment
Sep
19
Sat
11:30am
Drop-In Tours
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

Forensics Highlights Tour

Fans of murder mysteries and true crime are invited to join our museum educators to explore the science behind deductions.

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etching of fireworks over architectural details
Sep
19
Sat
2pm
Drop-In Tours
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

Fireworks Tour

Join our museum educators for a drop-in tour of our special exhibition on the fascinating history and science of pyrotechnics.

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View inside the Jacobs Reading Room
Sep
23
Wed
12pm-12:45pm
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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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periodic table with neon colors and black background
Sep
26
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Back to School

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

More
porcelain jar with writing and gilding
Sep
26
Sat
11:30am
Drop-In Tours
Free
Museum Programs & Activities

Unwell Waters Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators at 11:30am or 2pm as we visit the history of medicine exhibit to learn about waterborne epidemics from Pennsylvania’s past.

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Research fellow Eva Hemmungs Wirtén.
Oct
02
Fri
5:15pm-6pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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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Science History Institute Othmer Library
Oct
21
Wed
12pm-12:45pm
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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.
Nov
04
Wed
12pm-12:45pm
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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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man doing research in a library
Nov
06
Fri
5:15pm-6pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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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outdoor photo of Ben Feringa in a shirt and blazer
Nov
13
Fri
6pm-8pm
Free
Programs, Lectures & Talks

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.
Nov
18
Wed
12pm-12:45pm
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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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Book cart decorated as a woolly mammoth
Dec
02
Wed
12pm-12:45pm
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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.
Dec
04
Fri
4:15pm-5pm
Drop-In Tours
First Fridays
Free
Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

More
Dec
16
Wed
12pm-12:45pm
Free
Library Programs & Activities

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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