Whipple Museum Tour - by Uncomfortable Cambridge™

Join our guided museum tour of the Whipple Museum for the History of Science and explore the fascinating displays and complex history of scientific discovery. This tour offers visitors an insightful perspective on the history of science, encouraging reflection on the societal and ethical dimensions often hidden beneath scientific study. Led by a university researcher, you will delve into the challenging history of science, highlighting moments when scientific advancements clashed with ethics, morality, and human rights. Explore controversial topics such as the role of science in eugenics and colonialism, and learn how ideas about gender, race, and socio-economic disparity have influenced scientific development. **PLEASE NOTE: We cannot always accommodate last-minute bookings for private or group tours. Please contact us directly if you want to book a private tour within the next 24 hours.