May 10, 2013
This summer, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University will shed light on one of the most fascinating, yet least understood, phenomena in nature. Opening June 1, Glow: Living Lights showcases bioluminescent creatures of both the land and sea. The mysterious chemical process allows for organisms to produce its their own light, and the [...]
Read more»May 8, 2013
This Saturday, May 11, at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Bird Fest takes wing. Check out the second annual Bird Fest, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., to learn all about our fine feathered friends, including why some birds fly and why some don’t, and see rare bird specimens from around the [...]
Read more»April 22, 2013
Happy Earth Day! Since the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, millions and millions of eco-conscious folks from around the world have committed to celebrating the protection and preservation of the planet. This year is no different, and there are a number of ways to honor Mother Earth today in Philadelphia. Celebrate Earth Day [...]
Read more»March 27, 2013
In partnership with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Orchid Society, the Academy of Natural Sciences hosts a three-day long international orchid show and sale from April 12 to 14. Orchid vendors from all over the world will be in attendance with gardening supplies and orchid-related gifts in tow. In addition to vendors, more than 30 orchid exhibits [...]
Read more»March 21, 2013
Head out to the nation’s oldest natural history museum for an entire day of free admission. This Sunday, March 24, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University closes its bicentennial celebration with a bang, offering free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Take this chance to check out The Academy at 200: The [...]
Read more»March 20, 2013
[Evenings in Philadelphia are always action-packed and we want to help you cherry-pick from all the events and activities going on. On certain days that promise particularly bustling evenings, we round up our selections for the most can't-miss pursuits with which to fill your schedule. See you out there!] Today, winter is officially over. And [...]
Read more»March 19, 2013
To help cap off its yearlong bicentennial celebration, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University has teamed up with Art in City Hall to present Library of Life, a juried art exhibit that centers on humankind’s impact on the natural world. More than 40 artists were selected by Jennifer Sontchi, the Director of Exhibits [...]
Read more»February 5, 2013
The Academy of Natural Sciences loves their dinosaurs. From a life-size dinosaur skeleton on display to lots of dinosaur memorabilia throughout the museum, the Academy of Natural Sciences is the place to go for all things dinosaur. This holds true for their latest dinosaur-exploring exhibit, Drawn to Dinosaurs: Hadrosaurus foulkii. The exhibit runs from now [...]
Read more»January 31, 2013
On Saturday, February 16 and Saturday, February 17, the Academy of Natural Sciences’ popular weekend-long event, Paleopalooza is back. Paleopalooza brings the world of fossils to attendees. Guests will get an exclusive look at a large collection of dinosaur, reptile and other fossils. Learn about dinosaurs extinction and have all of your dinosaur-related questions answered [...]
Read more»December 31, 2012
What a year it’s been for Philadelphia. 2012 saw Anthony Bourdain film his first-ever TV episode here, the Penn Museum turn 125, the Academy of Natural Sciences turn 200, a snazzy new hotel open on Independence Mall, one of the world’s most renowned art collections open its doors right on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and [...]
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