After Dark: Monsters

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    • Promotional graphic for “After Dark: Monsters” at the MIT Museum. On the left, a close-up photo of a red octopus tentacle with glowing blue suction cups against a dark background. On the right, bold blue and white text reads: “After Dark. Monsters. Thursday, June 12, 6–9pm.” The MIT Museum logo is at the bottom right.

    It is said that monsters reside in spaces not well understood. Join us in June as we navigate uncharted waters and explore unusual creatures real and imagined.

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    $20 General Admission, $10 for MIT ID Holders

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    MIT Museum, Gambrill Center

    314 Main Street
    Building E-28
    Cambridge, MA 02142
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  • Area 2, East Cambridge, and The Port

    Dates and Times

    ሃሙስ, June 12 6PM – 9PM

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    Embark on an adventurous journey with engineer Martin Klein as he shares his quests to uncover the secrets of the Loch Ness Monster using sonar technology. 

    Write your way to unpacking the unknown with the Native Plant Trust's mashup of specimens, botanical texts, and writing prompts. 

    Explore the interchange of neuroscience and folkloric monsters with psychologist and author, Sarah Rose Cavanagh. 

    Plus so much more! 

    Promotional graphic for “After Dark: Monsters” at the MIT Museum. On the left, a close-up photo of a red octopus tentacle with glowing blue suction cups against a dark background. On the right, bold blue and white text reads: “After Dark. Monsters. Thursday, June 12, 6–9pm.” The MIT Museum logo is at the bottom right.

    ሃሙስ, June 12 6PM – 9PM

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    Kate Silverman Wilson

    MIT Museum

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    Last updated May 22, 2025.

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