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Alchemy of Knowledge Exhibition Gallery Tour

Alchemy of Knowledge Exhibition Gallery Tour

Name: Alchemy of Knowledge Exhibition Gallery Tour
Start: 2026-10-24T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-24T00:00:00+00:00
Location: The Linda Hall: Science Library & Arboretum

At The Linda Hall: Science Library & Arboretum, Kansas City, MO

By The Linda Hall

Enjoy a docent-led guided tour of Alchemy of Knowledge: Science and Mystery from Shakespeare to AI. The exhibition explores the profound shift from sacred mystery to empirical science during the Renaissance and Scientific Revolution, and the lasting cultural transformations that followed. Featuring rare books from The Linda Hall’s internationally significant History of Science collection, immersive gallery environments, and contemporary reflections on artificial intelligence, the exhibition examines how our understanding of knowledge has evolved and how those changes continue to shape society. You’ll gain a deeper insight into its themes, explore its remarkable artifacts, and have the opportunity to ask questions along the way.

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Admission details

Free admission.

Date + time

Oct 24, 2026 at 10:30am (Sat)

Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

Location + accessibility

The Linda Hall: Science Library & Arboretum

5109 Cherry Street, Kansas City, MO 64110

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Parking is free to Library visitors and available in the Library parking lot.

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The Linda Hall: Science Library & Arboretum

5109 Cherry Street, Kansas City, MO 64110

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