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This digital collection features selected chemistry sets, molecular models, and science kits used for both instruction and play, all primarily from the mid-20th century. Some of these objects were previously on display in the Institute's museum as part of the Science at Play exhibition. Materials in this collection also include lecture notes, such as Louis Pasteur’s on stereochemistry, as well as letters between scientists concerning the state of scientific education.

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  • Molecular models

    Molecular Model Set for General Chemistry

    • 1980s

    Models kits, such as this one, are often found in laboratories and classrooms and are used to visualize the structure of chemical substances.

    • Manufacturer Allyn and Bacon
    • Subject Molecules--Models
  • Molecular models

    HGS General Chemistry Molecular Model Set

    • 1985 – 1989

    Transparent plastic container with five interior compartments for multicolored plastic pieces. Instruction manual included.

    Models kits, such as this one, are often found in laboratories and classrooms and are used to…

    • Manufacturer Benjamin / Maruzen
    • Subject Molecules--Models
  • Molecular models

    Organichem Model Set

    • 1970s

    Small, multicolored plastic connectors and straws in small plastic bag.

    Models kits, such as this one, are often found in laboratories and classrooms and are used to visualize the structure of chemical substances.

    • Manufacturer Freeman, Cooper & Co.
    • Subject Molecules--Models
  • Molecular models

    Disc Molecular Models

    • Undated

    Rectangular grey cardboard box with white writing and colored disks on sides; box contains a cardboard separator that divides the inside into four compartments and an instruction booklet; the compartments contain a…

    • Manufacturer W. A. Benjamin, Inc
    • Subject Molecules--Models
  • Molecular models

    Harshaw Crystal Model Kit

    • Undated

    Blue cardboard box containing three compartments; two compartments hold a number of black and white stone marbles; third compartment holds four brass rods, numerous glass spacers, and sheets of thin paper; box also…

    • Manufacturer Harshaw Scientific, Division of the Harshaw Chemical Company
    • Subject Molecules--Models
  • Molecular models

    Sargent Molecular Model Kit

    • 1955 – 1965

    White cardboard box with blue writing; contains black, blue, yellow, red, and green spheres as well as wooden and metal connectors.

    Models kits, such as this one, are often found in laboratories and classrooms and are…

    • Manufacturer E.H. Sargent and Company
    • Subject Molecules--Models
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Benjamin Silliman to Messrs. Sever and Francis

    • 1866-Aug-25

    Acknowledges receipt of Sharplep's "Chemical Tables," and expresses pleasure at its organization and content.

    • Addressee Sever and Francis, Publishers
    • Author Silliman, Benjamin, 1816-1885
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, Silliman, Benjamin, 1816-1885
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Ira Remsen to Charles F. Chandler

    • 1877-Jan-01

    Cover letter for preliminary circular in regard to Instruction in Chemistry at Johns Hopkins University.

    • Addressee Chandler, Charles Frederick, 1836-1925
    • Author Remsen, Ira, 1846-1927
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, Chandler, Charles Frederick, 1836-1925, Johns Hopkins University
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Linus Pauling to Theodor Benfey

    • 1976-Aug-27

    Concerning possibility of publishing an early Pauling manuscript in a high school textbook or in an issue of "Chemistry."

    • Addressee Benfey, O. Theodor (Otto Theodor), 1925-
    • Author Pauling, Linus, 1901-1994
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, Benfey, O. Theodor (Otto Theodor), 1925-, Pauling, Linus, 1901-1994
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Farrington Daniels to Theodor Benfey

    • 1957-Feb-07

    Concerns recommendation of Tom Newlin as a teaching assistant as well as plans for revising the Chemistry program at Earlham College. The last paragraph makes references to the current state of development of solar…

    • Addressee Benfey, O. Theodor (Otto Theodor), 1925-
    • Author Daniels, Farrington, 1889-1972
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, Benfey, O. Theodor (Otto Theodor), 1925-, Daniels, Farrington, 1889-1972, Earlham College, Harvard University, Solar energy
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Joshua Lederberg to Frank Stodola

    • 1942-Jul-06

    Written by Joshua Lederberg while 17 years old, seeking permission to take Stodola's Chem s42C course, despite not having taken the necessary prerequisites.

    • Addressee Stodola, Frank Harold, 1905-1992
    • Author Lederberg, Joshua
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, Chemistry, Organic, Lederberg, Joshua, Columbia University, Nobel Prize winners, Stodola, Frank Harold, 1905-1992
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Harold Urey to Frank Stodola

    • 1940-Aug-19

    Concerning appointment of Stodola as an Instructor at Columbia University.

    • Addressee Stodola, Frank Harold, 1905-1992
    • Author Urey, Harold Clayton, 1893-1981
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, Urey, Harold Clayton, 1893-1981, Nobel Prize winners, Stodola, Frank Harold, 1905-1992
  • Plastics, Molecular models

    Bakelite Molecular Orbital Model

    • Undated

    Black Bakelite cylindrical base with four steel arms giving it support; red Bakelite circles are attached to the end of each arm; the model itself is attached with a steel arm that protrudes upward from the base; model…

    • Subject Molecules--Models, Molecular orbitals, Bakelite
  • Plastics, Molecular models

    Bakelite Molecular Orbital Model

    • Undated

    Black Bakelite cylindrical base with four steel arms giving it support; red Bakelite circles are attached to the end of each arm; the model itself is attached with a steel arm that protrudes upward from the base; model…

    • Subject Molecules--Models, Molecular orbitals, Bakelite
  • Plastics, Molecular models

    Bakelite Molecular Orbital Model

    • Undated

    Black Bakelite cylindrical base with four steel arms giving it support; red Bakelite circles are attached to the end of each arm; the model itself is attached with a steel arm that protrudes upward from the base; model…

    • Subject Molecules--Models, Molecular orbitals, Bakelite
  • Business correspondence

    Letter from Arnold O. Beckman to potential Beckman@Science conference attendees

    • 1999-Sep-24

    This letter from Arnold O. Beckman invites potential attendees (and potential donors) to a conference on the future of science education in Orange County, California. This initiative to improve science education was…

    • Creator Of Work Beckman, Arnold O.
    • Subject Science--Study and teaching, California--Orange County, Humanitarianism, Public schools, Education
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