Explore the Whipple Museum with a Cambridge researcher. Ideal for ages 12+. Accessible, educational, and engaging. Discover history and science today.
Explore the Whipple Museum with a Cambridge researcher. Ideal for ages 12+. Accessible, educational, and engaging. Discover history and science today.
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Whipple Museum of the History of Science - Participate in a guided tour of the Whipple Museum for the History of Science in Cambridge and discover the captivating exhibits that showcase the intricate history of scientific discovery.
Located in the center of Cambridge, the Whipple Museum is celebrated for its vast collection of scientific and…
- Whipple Museum of the History of Science - Participate in a guided tour of the Whipple Museum for the History of Science in Cambridge and discover the captivating exhibits that showcase the intricate history of scientific discovery.
Located in the center of Cambridge, the Whipple Museum is celebrated for its vast collection of scientific and medical instruments. The knowledgeable guide will delve deeper than the displays to reveal the untold stories, controversies, and challenges that have shaped scientific progress throughout the ages.
This insightful tour explores the complex history of science, emphasizing instances when scientific advancements conflicted with ethics, morality, and human rights. Investigate controversial subjects such as the role of science in eugenics and colonialism, and understand how concepts of gender, race, and socio-economic inequality have impacted scientific development.
This tour was created in partnership with museum curators and with the support of the University of Cambridge Museums.

- Certified guide
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Join a guided tour of the Whipple Museum for the History of Science and discover the intriguing exhibits and intricate history of scientific exploration. This tour provides visitors with a thoughtful perspective on the history of science, prompting reflection on the societal and ethical aspects often overlooked in scientific research.
Guided by a…
Join a guided tour of the Whipple Museum for the History of Science and discover the intriguing exhibits and intricate history of scientific exploration. This tour provides visitors with a thoughtful perspective on the history of science, prompting reflection on the societal and ethical aspects often overlooked in scientific research.
Guided by a university researcher, participants will explore the complex history of science, focusing on instances where scientific progress intersected with ethics, morality, and human rights. Delve into controversial subjects such as the influence of science on eugenics and colonialism, and understand how concepts of gender, race, and socio-economic inequality have shaped scientific progress.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.