Science and Our World
The uncontrolled spread of infectious diseases such as SARs and AIDS, and global warming are just a few of the exhibits at the relatively unknown and often overlooked Marian Koshland Science Museum in downtown DC.
Learn how scientific research is not only expanding the knowledge base but simultaneously influencing public opinion and global policy on some of the most critical issues of our time.
The museum’s current interactive exhibits illustrate how government policies and personal decisions about science impacts our lives. Learn about how new infectious diseases can spread through global transportation, or issues surrounding the global warming debate.
The scientific exhibits cover many fields and topics of study, including astronomy, physics, biology, medicine and the environment.
The museum also offers periodic special events with leading experts in their field. Tickets are required for these events - $8.00, Students $5.00. Call 202-334-1201 or e-mail ksm@nas.edu for reservations. These events are geared for adults and children over the age of 13.
- 2/20/08 - 6 p.m. What’s Killing the Coral Reefs?
- 3/27/08 - 5:30 p.m. World Water Day
The museum is named for the Marian Koshland, a leading biologist and immunologist who conducted some groundbreaking research in the behavior of antibodies.
Marian Koshland Science Museum of the National Academy of Sciences
6th and E Streets, NW
Washington, DC
202-334-1201 (map it)
Dates and Times - Daily except Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Last admission at 5:00.
Admission - Adults - $5.00; Seniors, Active Military, Students, Kids 5-18 - $3:00
Nearest Metro Subway Station - Gallery Place/Chinatown - Green and Yellow lines; or Judiciary Square - Red line, then a 2-3 block walk from either station.
Parking - Paid garage and metered street parking is available.
Images - Flickr - luckywhitegirl
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