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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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Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 4pm-6pm EDT

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Touch Tours

Museum educator Laura Prewitt speaks out the nylon exhibit with a man who using a white cane.

Aug

11

Tue

10:30am-12pm

Museum Programs & Activities

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.

man doing research in a library

Sep

04

Fri

5:15pm-6pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

woman crouching to feel lower part of Bakelizer

Sep

08

Tue

10:30am-12pm

Museum Programs & Activities

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.

cover of a notebook

Sep

19

Sat

10am-5pm

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.

Research fellow Eva Hemmungs Wirtén.

Oct

02

Fri

5:15pm-6pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

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

Nov

06

Fri

5:15pm-6pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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

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

Dec

04

Fri

4:15pm-5pm

Library Programs & Activities

Othmer Library Tour

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