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Details about admission pricing, parking and how to get to the museum.

Plan Your Visit

Field Trips

Plan a field trip for your class, summer camp or group.

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skeletal mount of Tyrannosaurus in Dinosaur Hall

Signature Exhibits

See how big you are next to Tyrannosaurus rex or get up close and personal with a polar bear.

Check out our Permanent Exhibits

Events

WINS 4th Annual Poster Presentations and Panel Discussions

Saturday, October 12, 2024

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Everyone
On Saturday, October 12th from 10:00 pm TO 3:00 pm The Academy’s Women In Natural Sciences program — serving youth in Philadelphia since 1982 — presents its 4th Annual Poster Presentations and Panel Discussions!
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Science Story Time: October 12

Saturday, October 12, 2024

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. Each week will feature a family-friendly science story and hands-on craft to try.
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Sensory Friendly Mornings: Oct 13

Sunday, October 13, 2024

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: October 13

Sunday, October 13, 2024

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. Each week will feature a family-friendly science story and hands-on craft to try.
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2024 Thriving Communities Symposium

October 17, 2024 through October 19, 2024

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Everyone
Join the Overbrook Environmental Education Center for an engaging three-day symposium at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and Moore College of Art & Design in Philadelphia, PA from October 17-19, 2024.
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Members' Night 2024

Friday, October 18, 2024

5:00 PM-8:30 PM

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Everyone
Join us for our favorite night of the year as we lift the curtain and explore behind the scenes of the Academy!
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Dinos After Dark: October 25

Friday, October 25, 2024

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Everyone
Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission and a festive, family-friendly atmosphere and the Dino Drafts Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall.
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Outdoors for Everyone Nature Walk at Fairmount Water Works Trail & Boardwalk

Saturday, October 26, 2024

11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Lloyd Hall Recreation Center 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130
- Everyone
Join Disability Pride PA and the Academy of Natural Sciences for a nature walk around the Fairmount Water Works trail and boardwalk.
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Science Story Time: November 9

Saturday, November 9, 2024

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. Each week will feature a family-friendly science story and hands-on craft to try.
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Science Story Time: November 10

Sunday, November 10, 2024

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. Each week will feature a family-friendly science story and hands-on craft to try.
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