‘Operatory of the Future’ exhibit opens (6.3.10)
The National Museum of Dentistry opens a new exhibit that showcases some of the most technologically advance treatment systems available for dental offices. more
National Museum of Dentistry offers free admission to active military and their families (5.14.10)
The National Museum of Dentistry announced today that it will offer free admission to all active military personnel and their immediate families, beginning May 5, 2010. more
Discover the toothy side of the animal kingdom at the ‘Jaws and Paws’ Family Festival (5.3.10)
Discover the world of animal teeth during Jaws and Paws, a family festival devoted to our furry friends and their unique choppers, on Saturday, June 26, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Talk to animal experts, explore animal exhibits, play toothy games, and make animal masks and puppets to take home.more
American College of Dentists’ mace and torch on view (4.9.2010)
The mace and torch of the American College of Dentists, the oldest national honorary organization for dentists, is now on display on long-term load. Assembled to preserve the historic symbols of the founding of the College, the exhibit features the mace and torch that have been used in membership ceremonies for nearly 70 years. more
Take a trip around the world during Tooth Fairy Day - May 16 (3.9.2010)
What do you do if your baby tooth falls out in the Philippines? Throw it over the roof! Take a trip around the world to find out about surprising tooth traditions during Tooth Fairy Day at the National Museum of Dentistry, Sunday, May 16, from 1-4 p.m. Meet the Tooth Fairy, learn how to take care of your teeth, and make toothy creations to take home based on traditions from around the world. more
National Museum of Dentistry partners with United Concordia to distribute MouthPower CD (2.3.10)
The National Museum of Dentistry has partnered with United Concordia Dental to produce a CD-ROM version of the Museum’s popular MouthPower oral health education program. more
Jonathan W. Landers appointed director of National Museum of Dentistry (1.8.10)
Jonathan W. Landers, a nonprofit executive with more than 30 years of experience in marketing, museums, and corporate leadership, has been appointed executive director of the National Museum of Dentistry in Baltimore, Maryland. more
Celebrate President’s Day Weekend at the National Museum of Dentistry (12.14.09)
Did you know that George Washington’s teeth were not made of wood? Take a peek at the first president’s famous choppers and find out more about his tooth troubles at the National Museum of Dentistry during President’s Day Weekend, Saturday, February 13-Sunday, February 14, 2010. Wear red, white or blue and get $1 off adult admission. more
New ‘Your Spitting Image’ web site reveals what your mouth says about you (12.11.09)
A new educational web site from the National Museum of Dentistry reveals what your mouth says about you through an in-depth exploration of forensics, saliva, and bioengineering as it relates to science, dentistry, and oral health. more
National Museum of Dentistry celebrates Arctic Dollar Days, December 5-6 (9.30.2009)
Celebrate the holidays with Norbert the narwhal (and his five-foot-long tooth!) and his Arctic animal friends during Arctic Dollar Days on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6.more
