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LEGACY

"All our science, measured against reality, is primitive and childlike—and yet it is the most precious thing we have." - A. E.

From lasers to peace activism to the Theory of Relativity, Einstein's contributions to the modern world were extraordinarily far-reaching. These resources look at some of his remarkable bequests. For more information, visit the Legacy section of the Einstein exhibition.

Einstein in Time
Article for grades 3 through 8
Considered a genius by the world, Einstein once said, "I have no special talent, I am only passionately curious." Take a quick look at where Einstein's curiosity took him—and the world.
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Eye on Einstein
Activity for grades 3 through 8
I spy a CD player—or is it a product of Einstein's revolutionary thinking? Actually, it's both. What other Einstein-inspired inventions can you find?
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Video Gallery: Reflection on Einstein
Article for grades 9 through 12
What is Einstein's greatest legacy? Is it his theory of relativity, or is it the dream of a Grand Unified Theory that scientists continue to pursue? See what our panel of scientists has to say.
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