Behind the Scenes Tours
*The event has already taken place on this date: Thu, 06/15/2023
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Like many museums, the majority of our collections are not on public display. As the steward of over 1.2 million objects, there are a lot of unique, interesting, and just plain odd objects within our collections vaults— and this is your chance to get a look at some of them!
We’re offering annual themed tours of our collections vaults. Each tour date, attendees can choose from one or more themes that interest them the most.
Each tour is led by one of our expert collections staff members and includes:
- A brief, guided tour through a public exhibit
- A tour through one of our eight collections vaults
- A final Q & A session with our collections staff
Tours are for adult audiences (18+).
PUBLIC FIGURES, PRIVATE LIVES
Tour Guide: Kathryn Murano Santos, Senior Director, Collections and Exhibits
Tour Locations: Underground Railroad, Cultural Heritage Vault, Conservation Lab
What can personal objects tell us about the notable people who owned and used them? From silverware to shell cabinets, discover how lesser-known primary sources can be important clues to understanding well-known historical figures.
Please note these tours are 18+ due to subject matter. Content is for mature audiences. Tours will start promptly at 6pm and depart from the lobby.
THOSE WHO SERVED: ROCHESTER’S MILITARY HISTORY
Tour Guide: Debbra Williams-Fernaays, Collections Manager
Tour Locations: Media Vault, History Vault, and the Planetarium
Discover the interesting stories behind Rochester’s involvement in America’s military history and beyond. Learn about the contributions of Rochesterians in advancing technologies used during the Cold War–including the Gambit Optical system.
Please note these tours are 18+ due to subject matter. Content is for mature audiences. Tours will start promptly at 6pm and depart from the lobby.
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