TOURS

    Behind-the-Scenes Tours of the Entomology Collection

    Behind-the-Scenes Tours of the Entomology Collection

    Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences

    August 1-August 31, 2012


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    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is celebrating its Bicentennial and offering behind-the-scenes tours of its world-renowned collections—normally open only to researchers. In August, visitors can take a 20-minute tour of the Entomology Collection. With nearly 4 million specimens, the collection is among the world’s most scientifically significant collections of its kind. See dazzling pinned insects in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors, and learn about the collection’s extraordinary history. Tickets may be purchased at the admissions desk on the day of the tour. Ages 8 and up.


    • At-a-
      Glance

      • Venue Info

        Academy of Natural Sciences

        19th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway
        Philadelphia, PA 19103

        Full map and directions

      • Admission Info

        Tickets:

        $7.50 (Non-member)
        $5 (Member)


        Info Phone: 215-299-1000

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        August 1-August 31, 2012

        Times:

        Thursday, Friday, Saturday Sunday and Monday, 11 am-2 pm

      • Accessibility Info

          Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.