CSHL hosts many events all year long for science enthusiasts of all ages to attend . . . no Ph.D. required! We invite the general public to experience knowledge and nature at CSHL by taking a tour or participating in our concert & lecture programs.
Learn about the historic and modern architecture, the Nobel legacy, and the advanced cancer, neuroscience, and plant research taking place right here each day.
Our one-and-a-half hour guided walking tours assemble promptly at 10 a.m. in Grace Auditorium lobby (the first building to your left as you enter the campus). To celebrate Halloween, guests will be able to collect treats throughout the tour.
Call 516-367-8844 or email Caroline Cosgrove at cosgrov@cshl.edu for more information.
ADVISORY: The tour route is primarily outdoors and takes place rain or shine. The tour includes areas of stairs and steep hills. It is not recommended for people who have difficulty walking.
Guests are invited to learn about the past, present, and future of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, all while enjoying some Halloween treats.
7:00 pm: Cancer - a disease of genes and . . . garbage?!
– Thursday, October 30, 2025
Assistant Professor Peter Westcott will deliver a captivating talk about his work and his lab's discoveries—making science accessible, understandable, and enjoyable for the whole crowd. His team is developing powerful new strategies to study how the immune system and cancer coevolve, with the goal of expanding the curative potential of immunotherapy to more patients.
Note: CSHL does not provide food so please plan ahead.
Seating is limited and is first come, first serve. Standing room is available once the seats are filled. Reserving your ticket on Eventbrite does not guarantee you a seat at the event.
CSHL Assistant Professor Peter Westcott will deliver a captivating talk.
Learn about the historic and modern architecture, the Nobel legacy, and the advanced cancer, neuroscience, and plant research taking place right here each day.
Our one-and-a-half hour guided walking tours assemble promptly at 10 a.m. in Grace Auditorium lobby (the first building to your left as you enter the campus).
Call 516-367-8844 or email Caroline Cosgrove at cosgrov@cshl.edu for more information.
ADVISORY: The tour route is primarily outdoors and takes place rain or shine. The tour includes areas of stairs and steep hills. It is not recommended for people who have difficulty walking.
Learn about the historic and modern architecture, the Nobel legacy, and the advanced cancer, neuroscience, and plant research taking place right here each day.
10:00 am: A Day in the Lab: Iceman Adventure (Session I)
– Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Come to the DNA Learning Center for some science fun while school is out!
Get ready for an icy adventure! Back in 1991, two hikers discovered a real-life mummy in the snowy Ötztal Alps. He became known as Ötzi the Iceman, and he lived over 5,000 years ago! Now, you can meet his 3D twin at the DNA Learning Center in Cold Spring Harbor. Solve fun puzzles and hands-on challenges in an "escape room" style game. As you play, you'll find clues about Ötzi's life. Then, visit the Our Human Inheritance exhibit to discover the big mystery and make your own awesome find!
Session I - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Open to children ages 7 - 11, plus chaperone (required)
Cost: $35/student or $50/two or more students from the same household. Chaperone free-of-charge.
Registration is required for this event.
Get ready for an icy adventure with the 3D twin of Ötzi the Iceman at the DNA Learning Center!
1:00 pm: A Day in the Lab: Iceman Adventure (Session II)
– Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Come to the DNA Learning Center for some science fun while school is out!
Get ready for an icy adventure! Back in 1991, two hikers discovered a real-life mummy in the snowy Ötztal Alps. He became known as Ötzi the Iceman, and he lived over 5,000 years ago! Now, you can meet his 3D twin at the DNA Learning Center in Cold Spring Harbor. Solve fun puzzles and hands-on challenges in an "escape room" style game. As you play, you'll find clues about Ötzi's life. Then, visit the Our Human Inheritance exhibit to discover the big mystery and make your own awesome find!
Session II - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Open to children ages 7 - 11, plus chaperone (required)
Cost: $35/student or $50/two or more students from the same household. Chaperone free-of-charge.
Registration is required for this event.
Get ready for an icy adventure with the 3D twin of Ötzi the Iceman at the DNA Learning Center!
Learn about the historic and modern architecture, the Nobel legacy, and the advanced cancer, neuroscience, and plant research taking place right here each day.
Our one-and-a-half hour guided walking tours assemble promptly at 10 a.m. in Grace Auditorium lobby (the first building to your left as you enter the campus).
Call 516-367-8844 or email Caroline Cosgrove at cosgrov@cshl.edu for more information.
ADVISORY: The tour route is primarily outdoors and takes place rain or shine. The tour includes areas of stairs and steep hills. It is not recommended for people who have difficulty walking.
Join us for a captivating talk from a CSHL scientist. They will discuss their research and their lab's discoveries — making science accessible, understandable, and enjoyable for the whole crowd. This will be the last Cocktails & Chromosomes of 2025. Changes are coming to our 2026 programming, so stay tuned for announcements.
Note: CSHL does not provide food so please plan ahead.
Seating is limited and is first come, first serve. Standing room is available once the seats are filled. Reserving your ticket on Eventbrite does not guarantee you a seat at the event.
This will be the last Cocktails & Chromosomes of 2025. Changes are coming to our 2026 programming, so stay tuned for announcements.
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