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EXHIBITIONS

BOLD: Color from Test Tube to Textile

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

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COLLECTIONS BLOG

Weaving History

What do Qing dynasty paintings reveal about the secret of degumming ramie?

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EVENTS

First Friday: A Celestial Celebration

Come for the free solar eclipse glasses; stay for a cosmic journey through the mesmerizing realms of astronomy and space.

Friday, April 5, 2024
5pm–7pm

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THE DISAPPEARING SPOON PODCAST

When Generosity Turns Pathological

One man’s brain damage transformed him into a selfless giver. What does his case say about the biological roots of generosity?

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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 successes and 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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