Valentine’s Day at The Health Museum
Galentine’s and Valentine’s at the Health Museum
Galentines’ Heartstrings
Unique Valentine’s For Couples
About the Health Museum
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Forget overpriced prix fixe menus and last-minute flower bouquets. The Health Museum is trading clichés for scalpels with two offbeat celebrations that dive deep, literally, into the wonders of the human heart. One is the new Galentine’s Heartstrings, made especially for ride-or-die pals, and the other is their annual Valentine’s Heartstrings Unraveled for couples looking to make their Valentine’s date a little more exciting.
Whether you’re a die-hard science enthusiast or just looking for a one-of-a-kind night out, these events offer a chance to see the heart in a way few ever do, up close and in your own hands.
Galentines’ Heartstrings for the Ride-or-Dies
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Forget the clichés with your trusted gals and pals and dive into a completely un-ordinary Galentine’s Day celebration slicing into the juicy wonders of the heart at the Health Museum’s Galentines’ Heartstrings.
Enjoy light bites, charcuterie, unlimited beer, wine, and a signature cocktail. But make sure you can hold it all in because the night’s main show is a guided interactive heart dissection led by Dr. Varsha Podduturi, a pathology specialist and Deputy Medical Examiner at the Fort Bend County Medical Examiner’s Office. Get ready to literally see inside someone’s heart.
Image credit: The Health Museum
In addition to this unique dissection experience, you will have full access to the museum’s exhibits and photo opportunities to commemorate the night.
- When: Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 5:30 pm – 8 pm
- How much: $65 each for nonmembers | $55 for members | FREE parking
Heartstrings Unraveled
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For couples looking to elevate their Valentine’s Day beyond the usual candlelit dinner, Heartstrings Unraveled at The Health Museum offers an experience like no other.
The evening features an intimate three-course dinner of salad, made-to-order pasta (including vegan and vegetarian options), and dessert. There will also be unlimited wine and beer, photo ops, and access to all museum exhibits.
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But the highlight of the evening? A hands-on heart dissection led by Dr. Jonathan Zalamea, a Family Medicine and Sports Medicine physician at Houston Methodist. You and your partner will quite literally explore the anatomy of love, making this a Valentine’s celebration you won’t forget.
No prior dissection experience is required, and the event is recommended for ages 16 and up.
- When: Friday, February 14, 2025 | 6 pm – 10 pm
- How much: $150 each for nonmembers | $130 for members
About the Health Museum
Image credit: The Health Museum
Located in the heart of Houston’s Museum District, The Health Museum is an interactive science center dedicated to exploring health, medical science, and the human body. Since its founding in 1969, the museum has been a hub for engaging, hands-on experiences designed to spark curiosity about health and wellness.
A Smithsonian Affiliate and a member of the Texas Medical Center, The Health Museum offers a variety of educational exhibits, programs, and special events for visitors of all ages. Regular admission is $12 for adults, $10 for children (ages 3-12) and seniors, and free for kids under 2. The museum also provides free admission on Thursdays from 2–6 p.m.
For more details on exhibits and upcoming events, visit thehealthmuseum.org or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
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