PHILADELPHIA, April 30, 2021

As a thank-you to hospital workers — heroes of the pandemic — the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is offering Free Admission Days for Hospital Workers and up to three guests during two weeks in May. 

The Academy’s offer is part of a joint initiative with the Barnes Foundation, Eastern State Penitentiary, the Franklin Institute, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA), and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The six cultural institutions are honoring National Hospital Week, May 9-15, to recognize the service and dedication of hospital workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. 

From Thursday, May 6, through Sunday, May 9 and from Thursday, May 13 through Sunday, May 16, hospital workers and up to three guest can enjoy free admission to the Academy of Natural Sciences. Timed admission is required, and the hospital worker must present their work ID at the door. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/137309517463/ 

 Redemption dates and booking instructions vary by institution; offers are posted on their websites. 

The Academy and the partner cultural institutions will continue to enforce vigilant health and safety protocols, with the well-being and safety of staff and visitors as the utmost priority. Comprehensive health and safety protocols are posted on each institution’s website. 

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News media contact: 
Carolyn Belardo, Director of Public Relations, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University  
215-299-1043, belardo@ansp.org, | Twitter @AcadNatSciPR | Press Room: www.ansp.org/press 

Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is a leading natural history museum dedicated to understanding the natural world and inspiring everyone to care for it. 

HOURS: Thursdays through Sundays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., with 9–10 a.m. for Members only. ADMISSION: $18 and up; for online tickets visit ansp.org. PHONE: 215-299-1000 

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