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Events

  • Science Story Time: June 14

    Saturday, June 14, 2025

    11:00 AM-1:00 PM

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103

    • Everyone

    Have some fun with Academy educators and other young natural history fans during a very special science story time.

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  • Sensory Friendly Mornings: June 15

    Sunday, June 15, 2025

    9:00 AM-11:00 AM

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103

    • Everyone

    Sensory-friendly mornings can be a comfortable, calmer way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum.

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  • Science Story Time: June 15

    Sunday, June 15, 2025

    11:00 AM-1:00 PM

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103

    • Everyone

    Have some fun with Academy educators and other young natural history fans during a very special science story time.

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  • Parkway Pals at Sister Cities: Investigation Station

    Wednesday, June 18, 2025

    10:30 AM-11:30 AM

    210 N 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

    • Everyone

    Join the Academy of Natural Sciences this summer and go wild with fun games, experiments and unique activities! Learn more about animals and dinosaurs at Parkway Pals at Sister Cities Park.

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  • Wawa’s Welcome America Festival

    Friday, June 20, 2025

    10:00 AM-4:30 PM

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103

    • Everyone

    Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission to the Academy on Friday, June 20, 2025, as part of the Wawa Welcome America Festival!

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