Experience Subtitle
Featured Experiences
Events
Exhibits
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Botany of Nations
Discover Botany of Nations, an exhibition celebrating Indigenous plant knowledge, cultural traditions, and the deep relationships between Native Nations and the land.
Open through 2/14/2027
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Dinosaur Hall
More than 30 dinosaurs and other Mesozoic reptiles are represented in Dinosaur Hall.
Permanent Exhibit
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Outside In
Our indoor discovery center for children features hands-on activities and close encounters with live animals.
Permanent Exhibit
Events
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Dino-Mite Summer at the Academy of Natural Sciences
Enjoy Dino-Mite Summer with a hands-on dinosaur dig, live animals, and family activities at the Academy of Natural Sciences this July and August.
Thursday, July 02
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Firstival Celebration: First Scientific Society of Natural History
Celebrate the Academy as America’s first natural history scientific society with pay-what-you-wish admission, special programs and family fun.
Saturday, August 01
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Bug Fest 2026
Celebrate bugs at the Academy with Roach Races, Bug Walks, expert talks, rare specimens, family activities and a nature-inspired marketplace.
Saturday, August 08
Daily Activities
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Academy Naturalist Presentation
Natural science is full of surprises — from feathers and weather to bugs, dinosaurs, fossils and animal adaptations! Join our experienced Academy Educators as they explore natural history in these informal and interactive presentations.
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The Big Dig
Calling all (future) paleontologists! Visit the mezzanine of Dinosaur Hall to practice real paleontology skills in locating, unearthing and identifying six different species of popular dinosaurs. Dino-loving staff are on hand to answer all your dinosaur and natural history questions.
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The Academy in Action
Explore behind-the-scenes science each week as Academy experts reveal how they care for millions of specimens and share insights into the natural world.
