Events
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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Study Hall x Distillations: American Vice
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 6pm-8pm EDT
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Dec
19
Sat
11:30am
Forensics Highlights Tour
Fans of murder mysteries and true crime are invited to join our museum educators to explore the science behind deductions.
Dec
26
Sat
10am-5pm
Stories of Science: Cuppa Chemistry
Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!
Dec
26
Sat
11:30am
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.
Jan
02
Sat
2pm-3pm
Art of Alchemy Self-Guided Visit
Step into the age of alchemy and explore works in our new permanent exhibition, Fire and Gold: The Art of Alchemy (1450–1850).
Jan
07
Thu
1pm-2pm
Art of Alchemy Self-Guided Visit
Step into the age of alchemy and explore works in our new permanent exhibition, Fire and Gold: The Art of Alchemy (1450–1850).