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Welcome to this month's edition of our e-newsletter. Enjoy this brief update on upcoming exhibitions and public programs and the occasional interesting bit of news from our collections.
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THIS MONTH:
 Visit the Museum’s Web site to view three new photo galleries! The galleries feature photographs from the Museum’s recent “Wounded in Action” Lunchtime Art Workshops; its 2010 Teddy Bear Clinic in September; and its Halloween family program in October. Who knows… maybe you’ll even see yourself!.
 The Museum recently exhibited at the USA Science and Engineering Festival on October 23 and 24 in Washington, D.C. and the National Science Teachers Association—Baltimore Area Conference on Science Education November 11-13. Both events gave the Museum the opportunity to meet thousands of people and share more information about its tours, discovery programs and outreach activities. For more information about the USA Science and Engineering Festival, read our latest news release.
 LIMITED SPACE REMAINING! SCHEDULE YOUR SCHOOL TODAY for Brain Awareness Week 2011! NMHM’s 12th Annual Brain Awareness Week is scheduled to take place from March 14-18, 2011. School children (grades 5-8) will learn about brain science through hands-on interactions with area neuroscientists. This program is for school groups and home school groups. Educators may schedule a group (minimum: 10 students; maximum: 60 students) for one of the sessions by calling the tour program office (202-782-2456). Morning and afternoon sessions are available.
 "Wounded in Action: An Art Exhibition of Orthopaedic Advancements," an exhibit of art works inspired by experiences with the wounds of war, has extended its stay at the Museum through February 27, 2011. The exhibit is produced and organized by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). For more information, read our latest news release.
Calendar of Upcoming Programs:
Check out the Events Calendar for updates:
http://www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum/events/event_2ed.html.
FREE PUBLIC TOUR: Free docent-led tours will be offered Saturday, November 27 and Saturday, December 11. Tours begin at 1:00 p.m. Reservations are not required.
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Lunchtime Talk with Author Arthur Ainsberg, "Breakthrough: Elizabeth Hughes, the Discovery of Insulin, and the Making of a Medical Miracle"
When: Thursday, December 9, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In "Breakthrough," authors Thea Cooper and Arthur Ainsberg tell the true story of the invention of insulin, one of the most important medical advances of the 20th century. Ainsberg will talk about this fascinating tale of Nobel prize-winning research, and the brave little girl who risked everything for the groundbreaking experiment that saved not only her life but the lives of countless others. |
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