$6 for One General-Admission Ticket to the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia (Up to $12 Value)
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- Collection houses more than 17 million specimens
- Formed in 1812
- 42-foot T. rex in Dinosaur Hall
The natural sciences measure phenomena found in the world around us, from geological epochs and fossil records to the steadily evolving wingspan of U.S. presidents. Discover our curious universe with today's Groupon: for $6, you get one general-admission ticket to the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia (up to a $12 value). Children younger than 3 are admitted for free.
Since 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences has cultivated a collection of more than 17 million cataloged natural-history specimens, giving visitors an extensive look into the earth's natural occurrences. Examine the Academy's several permanent and changing exhibits by cavorting amid preserved beasties in the museum’s antique dioramas or by studying ecological impact while working on your short game in the summer’s miniature-golf-inspired Fore! The Planet (through September 25). Examine more animated members of the animal kingdom in the fascinating Live Animal Center or strike prehistoric poses in the museum's popular Dinosaur Hall, lorded over by a 42-foot Tyrannosaurus rex that comes alive at night to scribe scholarly monographs critiquing his representation in modern cinema.
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Visit the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and discover towering dinosaurs, live animals and dioramas! With interactive science exhibits from around the globe, a children’s discovery center, a fossil dig and opportunities to interact with science experts, Philadelphia’s natural history museum offers surprises for all ages. Dinosaur Hall is a must-see! Meet Tyrannosaurus rex, one of the largest creatures to ever walk the Earth. Measuring up to 42 feet in length and weighing in at an estimated 7.5 tons, this impressive predator is one of many dinosaurs and other Mesozoic creatures you’ll encounter. More than 30 fossil species are represented, about half of which are full skeletal mounts; plus view dinosaur eggs, footprints, sculptures, murals, paleontologist tools and a life-size model showing the internal anatomy of a Stegosaurus. There are 35 historical dioramas in the Academy, the majority of which were created between the 1930s and 1950s. Dioramas feature animals from around the world, such as bears, lions, zebras, tigers, pandas and a moose! Outside In is the children’s discovery center where inquisitive minds of all ages can investigate animal habitats, explore science and the natural world and discover how we all have a role to play in our ecosystem.
Check out the events calendar to see special events and exhibits year-round!