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The interior of the Forensic Science on Trial exhibition. Several large cases with objects and text panels are visible.

Going Behind the Scenes With 'Forensic Science on Trial'

This year, the museum opened "Forensic Science on Trial," a temporary exhibition that explores how people influence the way forensic science is used in the pursuit of justice. The exhibition’s curator, Kristen Frederick-Frost, recently gave us a behind-the-scenes look into its creation. The transcript below is an edited version of our interview, led by Jordan Grant

Kristen Frederick-Frost and Jordan Grant

January 29, 2025