Close Modal What Does It Mean to Be Human? Every year, the Museum of Science shines a light on a topic we think is integral to understanding the world around us. In 2025, this spotlight is focused on us, as in all of humanity. We call it Being Human.Through exhibits, films, online experiences, curriculum, and more, we hope you’ll join us on this yearlong journey as we seek to answer the question: how are we all connected? Featured Exhibits Opens February 1 imPRINTING: The Artist’s Brain Green Wing, Level 2Transport yourself inside the artist’s brain via a retro-future “thinking cap” and gain a greater understanding of ourselves and of one another through interactions with this unique sonic portrait by artist Beatie Wolfe. Now Open Hall of Human Life Green Wing, Level 2Explore what it means to be human in a time of rapid change. How are we transforming our world, and how is it changing our biology today and across generations? Image Coming this spring! Perception Playground Green Wing, Level 2Visit this playful and interactive exhibit to experience illusions and effects that reveal the surprising ways your brain actively constructs your perception of reality. Close Modal In the Mugar Omni Theater Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels This giant-screen film takes you inside the wonders of the human body and the incredible breakthroughs in science and bioengineering that are changing the course of human health. Get Tickets Learn More Image Placeholder for event listing The Big Question The science that will impact your life years from now is being pioneered by visionaries today. Do you know what jaw-dropping discoveries are being made, who’s making them, and why? World-renowned ethicist Insoo Hyun engages a science luminary in a compelling, intimate conversation exploring the ripple effects that recent groundbreaking discoveries and advancements have on the very existence of humanity. Watch the Series Placeholder for content by topic Become a Being Human Ambassador Join the Museum and spread the word by becoming a Being Human Ambassador on social media! Share events, photos, videos and thoughts, and tag us @MuseumofScience. Learn More Educational Resources YES | EiE Curricula Explore standards-aligned PreK–8 curricula. Find real-world design challenges that celebrate Being Human! From engineering Bandages to Medicine Coolers, these student-tested, educator-approved curricula will deepen students' understanding of the world around them. View More on YES Image Being Human Kahoots Learn from these interactive resources. Whether it is how our bodies work here on Earth or up in space, why our hair changes or why we sweat or even the people who help us learn more about being humans, join us on this yearlong journey as we learn how are we all connected. View on Kahoot Stay informed Rapid change is the only constant in life sciences.Sign up That's Life, the weekly newsletter from the Museum of Science's Center for Life Science, in collaboration with the Harvard Medical School’s Center for Bioethics. Image Support the Spotlight Support work like this with a gift to the Museum of Science today! Donate Now Ways to Give
