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- 1Former staffers cite years of missteps at Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences▼What went wrong at Philly’s Academy of Natural Sciences? Former museum staffers point to years of missteps
Former employees of Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences are speaking out about what they describe as years of institutional missteps at the historic natural history museum. A report by WHYY collects their accounts of the decisions and management failures they believe led the institution into its current difficulties, shedding light on internal turmoil at one of America's oldest science museums.
- 2Rochester Museum and Science Center opens medical technology exhibit▼Rochester Museum and Science Center opens new exhibit featuring medical technology
The Rochester Museum and Science Center has opened a new exhibit focused on medical technology. The exhibit showcases developments in healthcare equipment and innovation, giving visitors a look at how medical devices and technology have evolved. It adds to the museum's science programming and is expected to draw families and school groups interested in hands-on learning about medicine.
- 3Denver Museum of Nature & Science Names Smithsonian Executive as New CEO▼Denver Museum of Nature & Science selects next CEO from the Smithsonian
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has chosen its next chief executive, selecting a leader from the Smithsonian Institution. The announcement positions the hire as a significant appointment for one of the Denver area's major cultural and scientific institutions, drawing attention from local business and civic circles as the museum prepares for a leadership transition.
- 4RIT art education program partners with Strong Museum of Play▼RIT's MST in art education program partners with Strong Museum of Play
Rochester Institute of Technology's Master of Science in Teaching in art education program has announced a partnership with The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York. The collaboration is expected to give graduate students hands-on experience with the museum, which holds major collections of toys, play and learning materials, strengthening links between art education and playful learning.
- 5Mid-America Science Museum names Noreen Killen interim CEO▼Mid-America Science Museum COO Noreen Killen named interim CEO
Noreen Killen, previously chief operating officer of the Mid-America Science Museum in Hot Springs, Arkansas, has been named interim chief executive. The appointment places a longtime internal leader in charge of the institution for the time being, with the museum's board expected to outline a search for a permanent CEO.
- 6Science Central blends science and cocktails at Mixology 2026●Science Central brings science and spirits together for Mixology 2026
Science Central is hosting Mixology 2026, an event pairing cocktails with science demonstrations and education. The programme invites adults to explore the chemistry behind drinks while supporting the science museum. Details about the exact date, lineup, or fundraising purpose were not included in the initial announcement.