The Franklin Institute Science Museum
Begins:
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Ends:
Monday, September 7, 2009
Galileo's contributions to the progressive development of the telescope, as well as his revolutionary work to create modern scientific methods, make him one of the greatest luminaries in scientific history.
The Medici Archive Project has been involved with this historic exhibition since its inception, and served as the catalyst for the collaboration between The Franklin and the Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza in Florence, Italy. The exhibit showcases Galileo's accomplishments, his relationship to the ruling Medici family, his discoveries, and his overall impact on astronomy, physics, and math. For the first time in history, once of Galileo's original telescopes will leave its native land. Instruments belonging to Galileo and commissioned by the Medici Grand Dukes of Tuscany, as well as paintings, prints, and manuscripts from the priceless Medici collection will be exhibited.
For more information, visit Galileo, the Medici, and the Age of Astronomy.
