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DISTILLATIONS MAGAZINE

Everyday Monsoons

Washes and other gaps in the Sonoran Desert.

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EVENTS

Curious Histories Fest: Color Your World

Celebrate the color in your life at our second annual festival of science, history, exploration, and experimentation.

Saturday, June 8, 2024
11am–3pm
FREE

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THE DISAPPEARING SPOON PODCAST

The Science of D-Day

To mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings during WWII, we look at the surprisingly important role science played.

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EXHIBITIONS

The Story of Ramie: From Seed to Finished Garment

Stunningly detailed watercolors displayed on the Institute’s Chestnut Street façade explore the fascinating history of this natural textile.

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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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