The Academy of Natural Sciences
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The official page of The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is America’s oldest natural history museum and a world leader in biodiversity and environmental research. For 200 years, the Academy has explored the remarkable diversity of our natural world, sharing these discoveries with the public through extraordinary collections, innovative exhibits, educational programming, and publications. Read more
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Franke W. 2015-10-24
Haven't been there in awhile but always a treat! Some very unique exhibits indeed unlike any seen at any other museum. The brachiosaurus leg is a...
Haven't been there in awhile but always a treat! Some very unique exhibits indeed unlike any seen at any other museum. The brachiosaurus leg is a...
Mc N. 2015-08-07
I take classes of all ages there and everyone has fun. The live animal shows/lessons are great. Everyone loves the butterfly room and dioramas.
I take classes of all ages there and everyone has fun. The live animal shows/lessons are great. Everyone loves the butterfly room and dioramas.
Christine F. 2015-04-16
We went to celebrate our son's 3rd birthday. We had a blast! The kids loved the exhibits! Our favorites were the Butterfly Room and the Dinosaur Hall....
We went to celebrate our son's 3rd birthday. We had a blast! The kids loved the exhibits! Our favorites were the Butterfly Room and the Dinosaur Hall....
Amy J. 2015-09-02
Loved it! Great for all ages! Mine raged from 12 to 2 and everyone was delited. Grossology was great. The staff is wonderful friendly and educated! So...
Loved it! Great for all ages! Mine raged from 12 to 2 and everyone was delited. Grossology was great. The staff is wonderful friendly and educated! So...
Karen Kolakowski R. 2015-07-02
We spent nearly 3 hours at the museum. It was awesome to return to a beloved childhood location with my own children and see their eyes light up the...
We spent nearly 3 hours at the museum. It was awesome to return to a beloved childhood location with my own children and see their eyes light up the...
Winston O. 2015-06-26
Super friendly and helpful staff, especially exhibit director Jennifer Sontchi. Hope you guys enjoy your custom volcanic rock planters!
Super friendly and helpful staff, especially exhibit director Jennifer Sontchi. Hope you guys enjoy your custom volcanic rock planters!
Melissa S. 2015-05-15
This is such a beautiful place enjoyed it with my 6 year old son and his classmates
This is such a beautiful place enjoyed it with my 6 year old son and his classmates
Sonie G. 2015-03-08
My boys like it, we will definitely be back very soon
My boys like it, we will definitely be back very soon
Chris N Melissa S. 2015-01-18
We have visited 3 times in the last year. Each visit was a lot of fun. It's a great place to visit with your family. It's not so big that it is...
We have visited 3 times in the last year. Each visit was a lot of fun. It's a great place to visit with your family. It's not so big that it is...
Amelia B. 2015-01-17
excelentes publicaciones
excelentes publicaciones
Mary C. 2015-01-11
Great time, extremely friendly staff, great exhibits and shows!
Great time, extremely friendly staff, great exhibits and shows!
Deb R. 2015-01-03
Awesome place for kids and adults! I would recommend this place to anyone!
Awesome place for kids and adults! I would recommend this place to anyone!
Teresa M C. 2014-12-17
It needs to change build something new they have the same things there they had twenty years ago you can breeze through really not that much to see...
It needs to change build something new they have the same things there they had twenty years ago you can breeze through really not that much to see...
Laura T. 2014-12-04
Best staff ever! (And the exhibits are pretty awesome too.)
Best staff ever! (And the exhibits are pretty awesome too.)
Martisha H. 2014-11-13
Loved this place since I was a little girl. And my daughter loves it too. Time to renew my membership
Loved this place since I was a little girl. And my daughter loves it too. Time to renew my membership
Ken C. 2014-08-19
Had a amazing time there. Dinosaur displays were awesome and the butterfly room was absolutely beautiful. Will definitely visit again.
Had a amazing time there. Dinosaur displays were awesome and the butterfly room was absolutely beautiful. Will definitely visit again.
Harry K. 2014-07-23
The Academy of Natural Sciences is a great place that has provided me with many memories. It is featured within my new book, The Benjamin Franklin...
The Academy of Natural Sciences is a great place that has provided me with many memories. It is featured within my new book, The Benjamin Franklin...
Cristina L. 2014-07-01
So educational and HANDS ON! you get to touch and see everything up close it's amazing!
So educational and HANDS ON! you get to touch and see everything up close it's amazing!
Amanda G. 2014-06-14
Great museum! We love it there!
Great museum! We love it there!
Betty V. 2014-06-08
It was good yesterday with the family
It was good yesterday with the family
Updates from The Academy of Natural Sciences
The Academy of Natural S. 2017-10-06
There's only one day left for members to register for this year's Members' Night! On the blog, meet Director of Membership and Appeals Lindsay Fiesthumel.
There's only one day left for members to register for this year's Members' Night! On the blog, meet Director of Membership and Appeals Lindsay Fiesthumel.
The Academy of Natural S. 2017-10-05
The Philadelphia Shell Show is at the Academy October 28-29! Save when you purchase tickets online! Details: bit.ly/2dB8aix
The Philadelphia Shell Show is at the Academy October 28-29! Save when you purchase tickets online! Details: bit.ly/2dB8aix
The Academy of Natural S. 2017-10-05
Get all the details on our new Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies exhibit! Learn more and purchase tickets: bit.ly/2wVpesc
Get all the details on our new Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies exhibit! Learn more and purchase tickets: bit.ly/2wVpesc
The Academy of Natural S. 2017-10-05
There's only one day left for members to register for this year's Members' Night! On the blog, meet Membership Coordinator Katie Marquardt.
There's only one day left for members to register for this year's Members' Night! On the blog, meet Membership Coordinator Katie Marquardt.
The Academy of Natural S. 2017-10-03
The diorama is a distinctive fusion of art and science. Visit our 37 dioramas, created between the 1930s and 1950s. Learn the secrets of these fabled artworks and unleash your creativity by drawing on the diorama glass. Light refreshments will be availabl
The diorama is a distinctive fusion of art and science. Visit our 37 dioramas, created between the 1930s and 1950s. Learn the secrets of these fabled artworks and unleash your creativity by drawing on the diorama glass. Light refreshments will be availabl
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