Exploring Human Origins

August 15th-September 16th

Beginning in August 2025, Luther Seminary will host the Smithsonian’s traveling exhibit “Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean To Be Human?”

The question of what it means to be human has never been more important. Christian leaders are increasingly called to engage communities of faith in deep, meaningful conversations around science and religious belief, care for creation, and how being human matters in today’s world. Through panels, interactive kiosks, hands-on displays, and videos, “Exploring Human Origins” invites viewers of all ages and faith traditions to explore and learn about milestones in the evolutionary journey of becoming human. The exhibit encourages a public conversation that focuses on multiple perspectives of what it means to be human—one that embraces the ideas and beliefs of non-scientists and fosters greater appreciation of the complexity of the science of human evolution.

Located at the Olson Campus Center (1490 Fulham Street, St. Paul, MN), this exhibit is FREE and open to the public. The exhibit is open on Monday—Thursday from 12-6pm and on Fridays from 12-8pm.

For more information, visit luthersem.edu/origins.