Museum Hours:Wednesday–Saturday, 10am–5pm
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DISTILLATIONS MAGAZINE

The Ingenious Arctic Cooking Pot

Rediscovering the clever chemistry behind a ceramic tradition that had all but vanished.

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EVENTS

Charming Disaster: The Double

Join us for an evening of music and scientific wonder with goth-folk duo Charming Disaster!

Wednesday, July 23 | 6–8:30pm
Admission: $5

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NEWS

Science History Institute Welcomes 2025–2026 Beckman Center Fellows

Scholars from around the world will study a wide range of topics in the history and social studies of chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences.

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EXHIBITIONS

Lunchtime: The History of Science on the School Food Tray

This exhibition offers a novel historical perspective on efforts to feed children in U.S. schools.

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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 successesĀ andĀ 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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