Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights the many strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

Our fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Take an up-close look at interesting items in our handling collection. Stop by our Object Explorer touch table to learn about the science behind everyday items like ice cube trays and LED light bulbs. Chat with our experienced Gallery Guides to find out more about the people responsible for the science embedded in our daily lives.

During your visit, you can also check out our themed “drop-in” tours at 11:30am and 2pm.

Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays. Admission is free and reservations are not required.

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illustration of a drinking man interacting with apparitions
October 25, 2025
For Families

Stories of Science: Spooky Science

Join us in our museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights strange and surprising stories from the history of science!

ACS The Hidden Life of Spices artwork
October 25, 2025
For Families

National Chemistry Week: The Hidden Life of Spices

Discover how spices get their flavors from their chemical makeup at the American Chemical Society’s family-friendly festival.

illustrated cross section of a human abdomen
October 30, 2025
Joseph Priestley Society

Beyond Frankenstein: Transplant Science and Lifesaving Pig Organs

This virtual panel will discuss how transplant decision making walks the fine line between what is morally valid for the extension of life and the range of technologies that could test our definition of what it means to be human.

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