Upcoming Events
C2ST achieves its mission by hosting relevant, independent, and credible public STEM programs across all scientific fields at locations throughout Chicagoland. With nine out of ten program attendees’ expectations fulfilled, our supporters agree that C2ST is accomplishing its mission of increasing the public’s understanding of science and technology.
We are dedicated to providing a professional and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion. Please be respectful of diversity in individuals and in cultures at our events.
Miss an event? Anyone across the globe can access our STEM program library by visiting our YouTube channel, C2ST TV. Also be sure to follow us on Facebook, where we livestream many of our programs.
Check out below what programs we have planned and discover what we’ve hosted in the past.
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November 14, 2026
2:00 pm
– 3:00 pm
Field Museum of Natural History
Field Museum, South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Health and WellnessScience and Society
How many times a day do you ask the question, “What should I eat?” Are you confused and overwhelmed by the thousands of factory-made foods supermarkets sell? Or the abundance of diets (paleo, Mediterranean, low-fat, low-carb, low-calorie, intermittent fasting, vegan, vegetarian, carnivore) claimed to optimize your health and manage your weight?
In this talk and his new book, Fed Up, best-selling author and Harvard professor Daniel Lieberman tackles this confusion. Drawing on evolutionary biology, anthropology, physiology, and medical science, he explores how our ancestors never evolved to choose their food to lose weight or live to 100. Instead, we evolved to eat almost anything in order to survive. Read more…
November 8, 2026
3:00 pm
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center
DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, East 56th Place, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Physical ScienceScience and SocietyTechnology and Engineering
Join the Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST) and the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for a special screening of Project Hail Mary, followed by an engaging conversation about the science behind the film. Read more…
October 29, 2026
5:00 pm
– 8:00 pm
5800 N Ravenswood Ave, Rosehill Cemetery - East Entrance
5800 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and EnvironmentLife ScienceScience and Society
Third Annual Twilight Nature Walk at Rosehill Cemetery
Join the Chicago Council on Science and Technology on Thursday, October 29th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the third annual Twilight Nature Walk at Rosehill Cemetery, an evening of nature exploration under the autumn twilight. Read more…
October 3, 2026
11:00 am
– 5:00 pm
University of Chicago Campus
University of Chicago: Hyde Park, South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and Society
Join us at our booth from 2 pm – 5 pm at the Southside Science Festival! Read more…
September 19, 2026
11:00 am
– 2:00 pm
Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University, North Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and Society
Join C2ST for a live game show at the NIU STEM Fest! Make it Make Sense – Science Showdown will feature three scientists who will attempt to explain their research in the most entertaining and engaging way that they can – and we’ll ask YOU to vote on who does it best! We will hold two sessions, one at 11 am and one at 1 pm. Come to one, or both!
July 25, 2026
9:30 am
– 4:00 pm
11141 South Cottage Grove Avenue Chicago, IL 60628
11141 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and EnvironmentScience and SocietyTechnology and Engineering
Step aboard history—and experience the future—at Railroad Days, a family-friendly celebration of trains, technology, and transformation at Pullman National Historical Park.
More than Railcars
Railroad Days goes beyond the tracks to explore:
- The human stories behind industrial and technological change
- How electricity and innovation shaped cities and everyday life
- The role of design, engineering, and infrastructure in urban environments
- How historic rail corridors connect to today’s urban national parks
Whether you love railroads, history, or hands-on learning—or you’re just looking for a fun, meaningful family outing—there’s something here for everyone.