Alchemy: Magic, Myth or Science? November 21, 2009

Offering a multi-faceted introduction to the practice of alchemy from ancient times through its flourishing in the 16th and 17th centuries, this major, interdisciplinary exhibition explores the history of alchemy and both the science and art it inspired. The show features mineral specimens, scientific instruments, paintings and prints, historical documents, and appropriate animal specimens to describe the practice of alchemy and its place in the beginnings of modern chemistry. Plans include a diorama of an alchemical laboratory, as well as a short video film demonstrating chemical reactions.