The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Everything is amazing here. From the huge dinosaur bones to the butterfly room and the massive rock of quartz, this place is great. A wonderful atmosphere for kids and adults alike.

In my opinion, one of the best museum in the Tri-State area. They have a little bit of everything. Bonus: Drexel students get in free and get discounts off (I think 10%) at their awesome gift store !

Become a member at the Academy and enjoy the annual Members Night event , an exclusive look behind the scenes of the museum . Chat with the scientists and enjoy activities prepared especially for you!

From a working dig site & paleo lab to an indoor tropical garden with live butterflies ; from stunning historic dioramas to live animals you can touch - You just can't help but learn while you're here.

Go on a behind-the-scenes tour if you ever have a chance. The malacology and entomology departments are my favorite. Don't forget to say hi to Tokala the red fox, who is white, downstairs!

It's the best museum in the entire world. Their dinosaur exhibit is awesome and the live animal collection is very exciting.

Home to one of world's best natural history collections. Don't miss Dinosaur Hall, one of the best places in the U.S. to see dinosaurs . Read more

The is an often overlooked hidden gem that has a live butterfly garden and live animals for the children. Often thought of as the dinosaur museum , this place has much much more.

The dinosaurs are amazing and I had the chance to see the reptiles 😊

Should come here for a visit! Specially, come and see the live butterfly flying all over you! And of course the roaring dinosaurs !! Haha

Home of the Philadelphia Geek Awards, the nearly 200-year-old Academy is the place where you can hold a butterfly , catch a naturalist presentation and see the world's first mounted dinosaur skeleton .

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The Academy was the 1st museum in the world to mount a dinosaur skeleton (Hadrosaurus foulkii) in 1868. Collections include plant specimens from Lewis and Clark and bird specimens of John J. Audubon. Read more

Check out the Dioramas and the "making of" section. For tourists : this deal is a part of the "City Pass" which also grants you admission to places like the Aquarium , Tolley Rides, Franklins house.

Standing in front of The Academy of Natural Sciences you will see a statue of scientist Joseph Leidy, the ‘father of paleontology.’ Wonder what he’s holding? It’s the jaw bone of an Ice Age lion.

Did you know? The oldest natural science institution in the Western Hemisphere, early members of the Academy included Thomas Jefferson, Charles Darwin, and John J. Audubon. Read more

From 1:00-3:00 p.m. on most Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays , a scientist comes out from the lab to introduce the public to a project like skinning birds, pressing plants or sorting bugs .

SEPTA PASS PERKS ALERT! $2 off General Admission with a SEPTA weekly or monthly pass. Does not include Butterflies ! exhibit . Max 4 persons. Not valid with other offers. Expires: 10-6-13 Read more

Lots of fun digging for fossils and the staff was amazingly courteous!

Stop by on Fridays at 3 pm for the "Turning the Page" event - each week a new page from John James Audubon's "Birds of America" is displayed. It takes 7 1/2 years to complete the book !

Lots of fun for adults and children alike. Definitely check out the butterfly conservatory!

All active duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel and their families can enjoy free admission from Memorial Day through Labor Day.thanks to the Blue Star Museum program!

The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 5 or 15, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums . Read more

Did you know? Those in the autistic spectrum can use games as pathway to interaction? On April 19, 6-9 p.m. PSF invites families to learn about gaming as therapy and play some games in the process. Read more

Check out the adult programs that happen here. Mega Bad Movie nights, panel discussions, exhibits and exhibitions just to name a few.

Time to get back checking in!!

Small collection can be comfortably seen in half a day.

Super fun event venue after hours.

The butterfly room is really amazing, but hot (80°)

Wonderful place to bring the kids for learning and fun!

It was a nice adventure.. Got 2 c a lot of different animals..Snakes,,Turtles Iguana... My niece loves it..

The butterflies exhibit is always my favorite part!

Where T Rex is, is the oldest part of the musuem... Built in1876 for the centennial

Many of the museum’s live animals are featured in shows throughout the day. Don’t miss the small but dazzling gem and crystal collection. Read more

Come to the dark side- the collections space is where all the cool kids hang out

Watch your step in the butterfly room .

This place is awesome for kids and adults alike!!

Go to the outside in exhibit early. They start taking in the animals well before 4.

The big dig area is quite nice for kids

The Bizarre Beasts temporary exhibit is incredible. You should not miss it!

Check out science live, and talk to real scientists about there work at the Academy!!

My kids need all the knowledge that they can get

It is a nice place for kids. Go to the butterfly show!

Check out Mega Bad Movie Night that they run. It's so much fun!

Head to the live butterfly exhibit where there are over 40 different species flying around.

Bring the kids! They'll love the dinosaurs and butterflies !

DragonCard holder? Show your card and get in for free!

Family friendly museum

Be prepared to deal with hordes of loud and unruly children.

check out the butterfly exhibit !