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International Museum of Surgical Science
1524 N Lake Shore Drive, Chicago IL 60610
Hours
Monday - Friday
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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The single biggest threat to human being's continued dominance on the planet is the virus. - Joshua Lederberg, Nobel Prize winning biologist. He also said: We live in competition with microbes - bacteria and viruses. There is no guarantee that we will be the survivors.
This pack of nasty microbes that have wreaked havoc in recent times will help you spread the facts and give you some perspective. Spread awareness and knowledge of these deadly, modern plagues.
Plagues of the 21st Century themed gift box includes these mini microbes: COVID-19, Zika Virus, Measles, Pandemic Flu and SARS.
Educational map of Microbes of the World and infographic on Hand Washing best practices included.
The International Museum of Surgical Science, a division of the International College of Surgeons (ICS), maintains over 10,000 square feet of public galleries committed to the history of surgery, and an exquisite permanent collection of art and artifacts from the history of Medicine. The Museum supports its Mission through medically themed exhibitions and programs, in addition to a strong contemporary art exhibition program.
Visit us in person!
Hours
Monday - Friday
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.