Sherlock Holmes & the Beginnings of Modern Forensic Science at Indiana Medical History Museum

David Zauner will give an account of the state of forensics in the time period of the Holmes stories and explores parallels between the methods of the Great Detective and those actually used at the time, comparing some of Holmes' cases from the stories to real cases at the turn of the 20th century and mentioning some of the early pioneers in different fields of forensic science. He will also examine how the background of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author of the Holmes stories, gave him a unique ability to create a detective who used science and reason to solve cases. Besides creating a literary icon, Sir Arthur used his knowledge to undertake his own investigations, seeking to correct miscarriages of justice.

Registration is required for virtual and in-person attendance. 

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 2pm (Eastern)

COST: $5

FREE for Current IMHM Members*

*IMHM Members include all donors who have given $35 for more to the IMHM Annual Fund in the last year. Member status will be verified.