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Museum of the Eye - Tour
When?
Wednesday, Apr 19
3:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
Where?
In-person
Description
Join us to learn more about the fascinating science of sight, eye health and the latest innovations saving sight today on a private tour at the American Academy of Ophthalmology Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye, a free, public museum dedicated to the fascinating science of sight, as well as the only medical museum in San Francisco.
Look through the pupil of an enormous eye, explore interactive displays and try on a virtual reality headset to see how new technology can impact medicine. Through high-tech exhibits and a renowned collection of ophthalmic artifacts, you’ll discover surprising facts about how your vision works and the field of medicine devoted to protecting it.
Join us for this free tour and a chance to enjoy the interactive displays to:
Look through the pupil of an enormous eye, explore interactive displays and try on a virtual reality headset to see how new technology can impact medicine. Through high-tech exhibits and a renowned collection of ophthalmic artifacts, you’ll discover surprising facts about how your vision works and the field of medicine devoted to protecting it.
Join us for this free tour and a chance to enjoy the interactive displays to:
- Learn how VR is changing ophthalmology
- Dive deeper into the historical collection
- See the evolution of eye care through the ages
- Learn about the latest innovations saving sight today
- And more!
Advance registration required for this limited capacity event. NEXT members have priority for spots until 5pm on 4/5, however nonmembers can register anytime as spots will be assigned first come, first served on 4/6. Location is on Beach St near Hyde.
Co-Hosted by Aquatic Park Senior Center & NEXT Village
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