Women of Science at the New York State Museum

Saturday, March 22, 2025

10 am - 2 pm
All Museum Galleries
Free

Join us for Women of Science—a free, family-friendly event celebrating female scientists and their contributions to a wide range of scientific fields. Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to meet inspiring women scientists from the New York State Museum’s Division of Research and Collections and other local scientists, learning about their disciplines, current research projects, and collections.

The day’s schedule features hands-on educational activities, tabling activities with participating scientists, brief science talks, and several interactive “Ask a Scientist” panels for families with younger children, teens, and adults. Don't miss this chance to discover the exciting world of science and gain insight from the women shaping its future!

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Discover More About the NYSM's Women of Science!

Visit our Women of Science Resource Page to access information highlighting the significant impact of women in various scientific fields. View profiles and a rich video library showcasing the work of the NYSM's current female scientists, covering topics like cultural anthropology, archaeological mapping, freshwater mussel ecology, and non-destructive archaeological surveys. Visitors can also explore profiles of pioneers like Mary Elizabeth Banning, a self-taught mycologist, and Winifred Goldring, the world’s first female State Paleontologist.

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