After Dark: Disguise, Deceive, Debunk

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After Dark graphic that reads "After Dark" in large purple letters against a black background. Below the text, to the left, is a rectangular image of a spoon, with the shadow of a fork. To the right of the image is text that reads "Disguise, Deceive, Debunk" in purple letters. Below that there is white text that reads "Thursday, February 13, 6-9PM." Below the text is the MIT Museum logo

Join us for a night of humor, media literacy, and creative deception at our February After Dark.

Registration required

  • Sign-up is ongoing

Cost

$20 General Admission, $10 for MIT ID Holders

Location

  • In-person only.

MIT Museum, Gambrill Center

314 Main Street
Building E-28
Cambridge, MA 02142
United States

Neighborhood

Area 2, East Cambridge, and The Port

Dates and Times

Thursday, February 13 6PM – 9PM

Additional information

In a twist on "Two Truths and a Lie," three comedians challenge your gullible gauge to spot the one true news story. 

Take inspiration from historical spirit photography to create your own deceptive imagery. Learn how Victorian photographers faked ghostly images, then try your hand at crafting your own illusions. 

MIT's Rand Lab will showcase interactive tools to help you spot fake news in real-time. 

Drinks from Marzae Wine and Philippine snacks from Lola's Pinoy Pastry will be available for purchase. 

Learn more here

 

After Dark graphic that reads "After Dark" in large purple letters against a black background. Below the text, to the left, is a rectangular image of a spoon, with the shadow of a fork. To the right of the image is text that reads "Disguise, Deceive, Debunk" in purple letters. Below that there is white text that reads "Thursday, February 13, 6-9PM." Below the text is the MIT Museum logo

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Last updated January 24, 2025.