Programs

Family Programs

Share your birthday with dinosaurs, have a sleepover with a polar bear, or meet an iguana during summer camp. More.

identifying plants during the Useful Urban Plants field study

Adult Programs

Take a botany romp, listen to authors, stalk insects at night, or really have fun watching a mega-bad movie. More

entomologist talk with museum visitors during Bug Fest

Festivals and Special Events

Talk to real scientists, look through a microscope, touch live bugs, shop for shells, or search for fossils. More

featured panel during an environmental program

Environmental Programs

Find out the latest on the Marcellus Shale, urban agriculture, or how Philadelphia can become more livable and green. More

Join the Community

Members receive discounts on admission and FREE admission to special exhibits.

Become a member of the Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University and get insider access to our scientists, collections, exhibits, and more.

Educators

two boys digging for dinosaurs in The Big Dig

The Academy offers a range of educational and entertaining experiences for school groups, summer camps or other groups.

Take advantage of the group admission fees and programs. » Visit Education

Museum Info

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

Hours:
10 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday
10 am–5:00 pm, Weekends and Holidays
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.
Our Outside In exhibit will be closed for repairs from June 24-28. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Admission:
Adults (Age 13 and above): $15
Children (Ages 3–12): $13
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Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is a world-class natural history museum dedicated to advancing research, education, and public engagement in biodiversity and environmental science.