| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 6th Annual Phyzz PhestPresented by Physick House at Physick House July 7, 2012 Sixth Annual Philly Phyzz Phest
Landmarks Celebrates “Soda’s Pop”
To celebrate Dr. Physick’s life, achievements and contributions to Philadelphia history, Landmarks will host a day of fun and activities for the whole family. The festival will be held in the garden of the Physick house; the only freestanding federal-styled mansion remaining in Society Hill, built in 1786 by Henry Hill.
Admission to the Philly Phyzz Phest is FREE and includes: | Physick House | 07/07/12 | Philadelphia |
Bird Discovery WeekendPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 9-June 10, 2012 The Academy of Naltural Sciences of Drexel University’s bicentennial year features a specially themed Bird Discovery Weekend, highlighting important aspects of the institution’s Ornithology Collection. Birds are the center of attention throughout June, when visitors can learn about the collection and take a look at VIREO, the world’s largest bird image bank. On June 9th and 10th, meet a real ornithologist, learn to identify local birds, participate in a bird migration and... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/09/12-
06/10/12 | Philadelphia |
Birds of a Feather Behind-the-Scenes TourPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 1-June 30, 2012 Calling all bird lovers! Join the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Ornithology Collection. The collection contains some 200,000 colorful and exotic birds from every continent; about 90 percent of the world’s bird species are represented. Researchers from around the world study these birds and now the general public is invited behind the scenes to see them, only during the month of June as part of the Academy's 200th anniversary... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/01/12-
06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Buggin’ in the Dark Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences July 20, 2012 The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University invites you to a field study to hunt for insects at night in the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Entomology Curatorial Assistant Greg Cowper and Live Invertebrate Specialist Karen Verderame will show how to set up various methods of collection, teach you how to identify bugs that thrive at night, and show you cool beetles and big moths!
| Academy of Natural Sciences | 07/20/12 | Philadelphia |
Constructing Play: Classic Building ToysPresented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture November 23, 2012-January 24, 2013 With over 50 toys on display from the past 175 years, Constructing Play explores the history of play and the pedagogical foundation that underlies the creation of building toys. Visitors to this exhibition will learn about their favorite toys, from Tinker Toys to LEGO, Erector Sets to K’Nex. They will also learn how structures stay up, discover famous local buildings in miniature, and see how toy designers took inspiration from the past to create today’s most popular... | Philadelphia Center for Architecture | 11/23/12-
01/24/13 | Philadelphia |
Cool Science: The Franklin Institute at FreePlay on the ParkwayPresented by Play Inbetween June 6, 2012 Come out and learn about Cool Science from The Franklin Institute. As always, activities are free and open to everyone. | Play Inbetween | 06/06/12 | Philadelphia |
Cool Science: The Franklin Institute at FreePlay on the ParkwayPresented by Play Inbetween June 21, 2012 Come for this interactive water exploration with the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center. As always open to everyone and free to participate. | Play Inbetween | 06/21/12 | Philadelphia |
Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient TimesPresented by The Franklin Institute at The Franklin Institute May 12-October 14, 2012 This spring, Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute will feature the most comprehensive collection of ancient artifacts from Israel ever organized in the new exhibit Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times. The exhibit includes one of the largest collections of the priceless 2000-year-old Dead Sea Scrolls ever displayed in North America and an actual three-ton stone from the Western Wall in Jerusalem, and marks the world debut of four scrolls. The exhibit opens at The... | The Franklin Institute | 05/12/12-
10/14/12 | Philadelphia |
Delaware Museum of Natural History's Earth from SpacePresented by Delaware Museum of Natural History at Delaware Museum of Natural History June 16-September 10, 2012 Each day, high above the clouds, dozens of sophisticated imaging satellites circle the earth. These high-tech machines are capable of capturing extraordinary conditions and events that are nearly impossible to document from the surface of the planet. These remarkable images will be on display in a new Smithsonian traveling exhibit. Also view space suits from the International Latex Corp and learn about tracking birds and the Delaware Shorebirds Project.
Sponsored locally by... | Delaware Museum of Natural History | 06/16/12-
09/10/12 | Wilmington |
Dragons and DamselsPresented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Norristown Farm Park August 11, 2012 No, it's not storybook time. Dragonflies and damselflies represent an ancient order of insects that have been on earth since before the dinosaurs. Learn about their life history, territorial behavior, and how to recognize individual species. Explore the creek and the pond in search of our quarry. Bring water to drink.
For adults and children ages 8 and up. Pre-registration is required.
Meet in parking lot #3 near the kiosk. | Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services | 08/11/12 | E. Norriton |
Exhibition - 2012 Ed Bacon Student Design CompetitionPresented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture August 1-September 21, 2012 How could Philadelphia's connection to the Delaware river be improved while still allowing for the volume of traffic which travels along Interstate 95, which currently cuts off Philadelphia from it's main waterfront? View the winning entries from the 2012 Ed Bacon Student Design Competition to see some creative, ambitious, and practical solutions.
When transportation corridors such as highways and rail lines meet dense urban areas, choices must be made about how to balance the... | Philadelphia Center for Architecture | 08/01/12-
09/21/12 | Philadelphia |
Exploring Nature in Sister Cities ParkPresented by and Academy of Natural Sciences at Sister Cities Park June 5-August 28, 2012 Every Tuesday from June through August, explore nature with staff from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as they lead interactive programs exploring the many aspects of nature in Sister Cities Park. Discover the life that inhabits a garden, examine the properties of water, learn why things sink and float, or enjoy a live animal presentation. This program, designed for ages 8 and younger, is an excellent opportunity to get outside and discover the natural world in which we... | | 06/05/12-
08/28/12 | Philadelphia |
Getting to the Core of Historic TreesPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 23, 2012 Famous gravestones and extraordinary trees are right here in Philadelphia! Join the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University to learn about the collection of historically important trees at the Woodlands Cemetery, where prominent Philadelphians like Drexel family members and painter Thomas Eakins are buried. Participate in an ongoing research project with Dr. David Hewitt, an Academy research associate, who is taking tree cores of these significant specimens to accurately age them.... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Ghosts Among Our Graves: Paranormal Investigation of Laurel HillPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery July 21, 2012 Is there anything on the other side? Professional ghost hunters Free Spirit Paranormal Investigators have conducted numerous investigations of historic Laurel Hill Cemetery in search of the site’s haunted history. Join FSPI for this unique workshop, as they reveal the findings of their investigations, and discuss some of the basics in the field of ghost hunting, including types of hauntings; equipment and debunking; EMFs (electromagnetic fields); EVPs (electronic voice phenomena);... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 07/21/12 | Philadelphia |
Hands-on ToursPresented by Rosenbach Museum and Library at Rosenbach Museum and Library February 1-December 30, 2012 Get in touch with objects that are not usually on view to the public. Each staff-led tour explores a theme, with new tours regularly added to the mix. Recommended for adults and children eight and older.
Current topics include everything from magic to James Joyce to the Civil War.
For a schedule of upcoming topics, please click here! | Rosenbach Museum and Library | 02/01/12-
12/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Home of the Brave: The War of 1812 in Art, Story & SongPresented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum March 16-December 31, 2012 The Home of the Brave exhibit marks the bicentennial of “America’s forgotten war,” the War of 1812. Comprised of objects from the collection of Independence Seaport Museum, as well as loans from the Dietrich American Foundation and other private collectors, the exhibition explores the naval aspect of the War of 1812 through art, material and popular culture, as well as first-hand accounts of participants and on-lookers and interactive cannons that visitors can... | Independence Seaport Museum | 03/16/12-
12/31/12 | Philadelphia |
| Human Evolution: The First 200 Million Years | University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology | 09/18/11-
09/18/12 | Philadelphia |
Junior Marine Biologist CampPresented by New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium July 23-August 3, 2012 For children ages 13-16.
Especially forolder, scientist-wanna-be campers, this 2-week experience includes trips into the field, behind the scenes tours at the Aquarium, hands on science activities, and glimpses into different biology careers. We’ll conclude the experience with an overnight camping trip in the Pinelands on Friday, August 3rd (Pick up campers on Saturday, August 4th at 10 am.) | New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences | 07/23/12-
08/03/12 | Camden |
| Little Ladybugs | Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services | 07/23/12 | E. Norriton |
Open Door: American Philosophical Society Museum Presented by The Print Center at American Philosophical Society Museum June 6, 2012 Open Door is a new initiative by The Print Center to offer behind-the-scenes tours at Philadelphia's most intriguing cultural sites.
Join The Print Center for a visit to the American Philosophical Society (APS) Museum, which offers exhibitions and artistic projects that make creative connections between history, art and science. Enjoy a guided tour of the exhibition TEMPUS FUGIT: Time Flies, featuring objects from the historic APS collections alongside artworks by... | The Print Center | 06/06/12 | Philadelphia |
Paul Ehrlich: Can We Get Needed Population Shrinkage in Time?Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 14, 2012 Noted Stanford University ecologist Professor Paul Ehrlich will discuss the environmental and social impacts related to the current strain on Earth's carrying capacity. He will suggest how issues ranging from climate disruption and toxification of the planet to increasing odds of vast epidemics and nuclear resource wars can impact this strain. Ehrlich will present potential solutions, such as controlling population growth through women’s empowerment, rethinking economic ideals, and... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/14/12 | Philadelphia |
Pennsylvania Coast DayPresented by Partnership for the Delaware Estuary September 8, 2012 Delight in the Delaware River at Pennsylvania Coast Day, where visitors can board a boat for a free tour of the Delaware River. And bring the kids. They will love the outdoor exhibits, free face painting and prizes located on the doorstep of the Independence Seaport Museum. But why stop there? Take a free shuttle to the historic Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center, a hidden gem of a museum right on the banks of the Schuylkill River.
Log on to DelawareEstuary.org for details,... | Partnership for the Delaware Estuary | 09/08/12 | Philadelphia |
Pine Barrens Fish Field StudyPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences September 29, 2012 Grab your waders and jump right in, or stay on the bank caring for captured fish, measuring fish, and recording field data!
Join Academy scientists Paul Overbeck and Rich Horwitz as they use dip nets, seines, and electricity (using a backpack electrofishing unit) to catch and release wild fish populations. On this year’s trip we are exploring the lake and river system at Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest, New Jersey. This trip offers a unique opportunity to... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 09/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Seaport Summer CampPresented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum July 9-August 17, 2012 Themes are:
Titanic Week, July 9th-13th
Pirate Week, July 16th-20th
Time Traveler Week, July 23rd-27th
Explorer Week, July 30th- August 3rd
Crisis Response Week, August 6th-10th
Military Week, August 13th-17th
Age range: Children ages 6-12
Examples of Summer Camp Activities:
Boat rides on the Delaware River
Rowing in boats built by our very own Workshop on the Water
Tours aboard two historic ships, USS... | Independence Seaport Museum | 07/09/12-
08/17/12 | Philadelphia |
Seeds to SproutsPresented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania June 6-June 27, 2012 Explore Nature with Your Senses!
Come for a fun and engaging 4-week program designed for you and your child to explore the wonders of the natural world together! Each week will feature one of the senses: sight, hearing, touch and smell. Classes will include indoor activities along with guided explorations through the Arboretum's beautiful gardens. We will meet rain or shine at the Widener Visitor Center, with indoor facilities available for inclement weather.
For... | Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania | 06/06/12-
06/27/12 | Philadelphia |
Smarter Living: The 2,000-Watt SocietyPresented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture May 29-July 20, 2012 A person needs 17,500 kilowatt-hours a year on global average, corresponding to a continuous requirement of 2,000 watts. In Switzerland, the figure is three times higher, i.e., 6,000 watts per person, and in the U.S. the figure is currently approximately 6 times higher. The Smarter Living: The 2,000-Watt Society exhibition shows how the requirements of the 2,000-watt society can be combined with outstanding architecture. It uses 18 examples to illustrate different approaches to... | Philadelphia Center for Architecture | 05/29/12-
07/20/12 | Philadelphia |
Tempus Fugit: Time FliesPresented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum April 13-December 30, 2012 Time flies, leaving its mark on the people and objects it touches. This exhibition explores how we try to capture, measure, and find meaning in the midst of time’s inevitable passage. The show includes books, manuscripts, and curiosities from the historic APS collections along with drawings, paintings, collages, videos, and a sound work by contemporary artist Antonia Contro, who selected the APS objects and juxtaposed her own works in response to them. A tiny 1805 topographic model of... | American Philosophical Society Museum | 04/13/12-
12/30/12 | Philadelphia |
The Academy at 200: The Nature of DiscoveryPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences March 24, 2012-March 31, 2013 The Academy at 200: The Nature of Discovery celebrates the Academy of Natural Sciences’ groundbreaking discoveries of the past and present and provides a glimpse into the future of one of the world’s great natural history museums. Through this spectacular new exhibit, visitors will journey alongside Academy scientists to search for new species and explore how human activity is affecting the environment. See rare and amazing plants and animals from the Academy’s... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 03/24/12-
03/31/13 | Philadelphia |
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University at FreePlay on the ParkwayPresented by Play Inbetween June 14-June 28, 2012 Come for nature activities and games presented by The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
Events are always free and open to everyone! | Play Inbetween | 06/14/12-
06/28/12 | Philadelphia |
Transit of Venus Presented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum June 1-June 10, 2012 On Tuesday, June 5th, the world will witness a rare astronomical event. It is called a Transit of Venus. The planet Venus will be visible moving across the disk of the sun, beginning at about 6 pm in Philadelphia. This won't happen again until 2117, so this is likely to be a once-in-a-lifetime event.
From June 1st-10th, the American Philosophical Society Museum will be presenting an exhibition of rare scientific instruments, including the telescope David Rittenhouse built to... | American Philosophical Society Museum | 06/01/12-
06/10/12 | Philadelphia |
