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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, October 29, 2026 | 6pm-8pm EDT
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porcelain jar with writing and gilding
Jan
23
Sat
11:30am
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Tours

Unwell Waters Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we visit the history of medicine exhibit to learn about waterborne epidemics from Pennsylvania’s past.

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A stylized depiction of fireworks with yellow and red bursts against a dark background, related to the history of fireworks.
Jan
23
Sat
2pm
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Tours

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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page of magazine with illustration of children skiing
Jan
30
Sat
10am-5pm
For Families
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Stories of Science

Stories of Science: Wondrous Wool

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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photo of two fluorescent light bulbs
Jan
30
Sat
11:30am
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Tours

Stuff from Your House Highlights Tour

Join our museum educators as we explore the scientific principles and history behind everyday household objects.

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left hand, wearing a ring and a watch with a red band featuring an onigiri rice ball pattern, fastening a striped dress shirt cuff
Feb
09
Tue
10:30am-12pm
Free
Museum Programs & Activities
Touch Tours
Tours

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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Oral history bound copies, recorder, microphone
May
17
Mon
May
20
Thu
10am-1pm
Classes & Workshops
Online

Oral History Training Institute

This virtual training workshop introduces researchers to oral history and research interview methodologies.

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Oral history bound copies, recorder, microphone
Aug
16
Mon
Aug
19
Thu
10am-1pm
Classes & Workshops
Online

Oral History Training Institute

This virtual training workshop introduces researchers to oral history and research interview methodologies.

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