Save the Date: 4th Annual Duke Engineering Exposition
Are you ready to uncover the fascinating history of Duke's Engineering School?
Imagine holding a 16th-century amputation saw while reflecting on how surgical tools have evolved over time.
Have you ever been curious about how a lipstick tester works—and how it found its way to Duke?
You're invited to a special open house for students, faculty, and staff of the Pratt School of Engineering!
Come explore artifacts that highlight:
- University Archives materials
- Medical instruments
- Other artifacts that reflect technological changes
Join us for an informal open house featuring fascinating items from the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library on Duke’s West Campus.
Attendees will have the opportunity to browse materials, engage with Library staff about our collections, and create their own pin buttons.
We hope to see you there!
- Date:
- Wednesday, September 23, 2026
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 3:00pm
- Location:
- Rubenstein Library 153 (Holsti-Anderson Family Assembly Room)
- Categories:
- Library Tour Public Event Rubenstein Science Event
Curator, History of Medicine Collections
David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library
rachel.ingold@duke.edu
(919)684-8549
Librarian for Science & Engineering
