Science & Activism - School Tour
Description
Our Science & Activism Tour invites visitors to consider these questions: Who is a scientist? Who is an activist? How does each bring about change?
This tour will explore historical moments of crisis, challenge, and change; from the influential book Silent Spring by conservationist Rachel Carson and the rise of the environmental movement; to ACT UP, the AIDS crisis, and the development of the patients’ bill of rights; to the Black Panthers’ lead role in community testing for sickle cell anemia; and more stories that examine the complex interactions between scientific knowledge, public policy, and community advocacy. This tour offers a broad picture of the ways activists have reshaped our understanding of science, and how visitors can become engaged today.
Groups larger than 25 will be split into two groups with staggered start times.
Offered At
Science History Institute
The Science History Institute is a small museum dedicated to the history of the chemical and molecular sciences. We tell the stories behind the science: histories of discovery and innovation, challenge and change. Our collections include scientific instrumentation and tools of the laboratory, artwork related to alchemy and early chemistry, photography and archives, a specialized research library with a rare books collection, and a growing digital collection. Our main museum and permanent exhibition are on the first floor, with an additional upper-level mezzanine. We also have a special changing exhibits gallery, and regular “pop-up” exhibits in our ExhibitLab and on the exterior of our building façade; please check our website to see what’s new and currently on view!
Our tours and programs are most suitable for ages 12-13 (7th grade) and up.
Details
Subjects
History, Modern History, Science, Chemistry, Social Justice
Capacity
50 students, Min 1 chap.
Duration
60 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Postsecondary
Price Options
$3.00 per Person for Non School Group
$3.00 per Person for School Group
$1.00 per Person for Title I School