First Friday: Gene-ius Quizzo

We’ve imagined it in movies and written about it in science fiction. It’s behind the origin stories of some of our favorite superheroes. But what is genetic engineering—and how did it all begin? Come out for a lively night of Quizzo Are you a Jurassic Park superfan? Think you know your genetically-modified villains and heroes? Put your pop culture knowledge to the test in a fun trivia game inspired by your favorite films—and the real science behind them. Fun prizes are in store for the winners! In the museum, check out the special collections and learn about the DNA molecules that make up all life, and uncover the major scientific discoveries and medical breakthroughs that brought us into the age of genetic engineering. …and preview the next season of Distillations podcast! This First Friday is also a celebration of the launch of the new season of the Science History Institute podcast, Distillations, premiering Tuesday, August 5! This season dives deep into the fascinating history of genetic engineering and the birth of the biotech industry—from groundbreaking innovations to ethical dilemmas, from dreams to controversies. Catch special preview episodes at the event and enjoy an evening of science, storytelling, and trivia fun. See you there!