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Academy of Natural Sciences
Academy of Natural Sciences
Rittenhouse
view website19th & Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-299-1000
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-K
School-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
Science & Nature Museum
Academy of Natural Sciences Description
Dinosaur fans will love Dinosaurs Galore, featuring a huge Tyrannosaurus Rex and dozens of skeletons and fossils, at this natural history museum. They'll want to get dirty in the Big Dig, where they can dig for fossils in a re-created field station. The Live Animal Center is home to over 100 live birds, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates, where naturalists give fascinating demonstrations. The "Outside-In" model campsite lets younger kids see, feel, hear, and smell live turtles, mice, and snakes (all caged), plus explore man-made forests, ponds, and deserts.
Kid Tips
Babies: Even the littlest ones will enjoy a walk through the tropical garden in the butterfly exhibit. The Academy is stroller-friendly and all restrooms have changing tables.
Pre-Teens & Teens: Most of the exhibits will appeal to teens who enjoy nature.
Planning Notes
- Check your memberships. If you belong to a local science center, bring your membership card. Chances are you can get free admission to the Academy. For more information, check the website.
Just the Facts
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day
Fees: Under $10
Recommended Time: 1 to 2 hours
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