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The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

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4.6(3753 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
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About

Family-friendly natural history museum. Research institution's natural history museum featuring dinosaur bones, a butterfly house & more.

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What to bring

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Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

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To avoid crowds at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

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This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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    Phone
    (215) 299-1000
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:Closed
    Wednesday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Friday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom

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