125 Objects for 125 Years

Our 125th anniversary is January 29, 2027. To celebrate, we'll be sharing 125 objects, instruments, images, and specimens that define Carnegie Science’s history and influence. These artifacts spanning astronomy, Earth science, biology, and beyond tell the story of how curiosity-driven research has shaped modern science. 

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Don't miss an object!

See all 125 objects as they're unveiled and join in the conversation when you follow us @CarnegieScience and #Carnegie125. 

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Explore Our History

From mapping the globe's magnetic field to unlocking the secrets of chromosomes, dive into more than a century of world-shaping science! 
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Carnegie Science Day
Every year on January 29, we come together to celebrate the moment that set more than a century of world-transforming discovery in motion.