April 26, 2012

3:00 pm
4:00 pm
6:00 pm
 
Laurel Hill Cemetery
Learn about the rise of embalming during and after the Civil War, and the chemicals and equipment used. Come see some of the Mütter Museum’s artifacts and take a twilight journey through the cemetery. Read More >
 
Frankford Hall
Tired of being a transition metal? Looking for a noble gas to spend forever with? Come out to the first Meet and Geek! and connect with science lovers,speed-dating style. Read More >
 
DiBruno Brothers
Ever wonder why we react so strongly to that little seed of the cacao tree? Its trace elements affect our psychology. Enjoy samples of chocolates as we hear its intriguing story on the world stage. Read More >
7:00 pm
 
Chemical Heritage Foundation
You’re born, you eat, you reproduce, you die. Over the years, scientists have come up with explanations for these acts that may strike us as bizarre today. Read More >
8:00 pm
 
Frankford Hall
Who would be ready if the world ended tomorrow? Find out as Nerd Nite conducts a tour of the Apocalypse. Read More >