Museum Hours:Wednesdayโ€“Saturday, 10AMโ€“5PM
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OUTDOOR EXHIBITION

The Story of Ramie: From Seed to Finished Garment

Stunningly detailed watercolors displayed on the Instituteโ€™s Chestnut Street faรงade explore the fascinating history of this natural textile.

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THE DISAPPEARING SPOON PODCAST

The Russian Roswell

In 1959, nine Russian hikers mysteriously died on a snowy trek known as the Dyatlov Pass incident. Has science finally cracked the case?

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ROTATING EXHIBITION

BOLD: Color from Test Tube to Textile

Take a colorful journey through more than 150 years of synthetic dye-making.

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EVENTS

Mothers of Science

This special Stories of Science event features family-friendly activities that highlight the many contributions of women in science.

Saturday, May 11, 2024
10amโ€“5pm

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We tell the stories behind the science.

The Science History Institute explores lesser-known and overlooked stories from the history of science and technology. We dive deep into the history of scientific successesย andย failures, with a focus on expanding knowledge and broadening our understanding of how science and society intersect.

Collect. Preserve. Interpret. Share.

Through research, storytelling, public programming, and educational outreach, we reveal how science is embedded in our daily lives.

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