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Naturally Illuminating: The Science Behind Luminescence

Wagner Free Institute of Science

November 21, 2009

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How do living and non-living things glow in the dark? Come celebrate the Year of Science and find out the difference between photoluminescence and chemoluminescence through hands-on experiments for children 6-12. Hunt through the Wagner's collection for materials that did or still do luminesce - including our newly refurbished fluorescent mineral display!

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  Tickets: Free

• Dates & Times

  Dates:
  November 21, 2009

  Times:
  Noon - 4 pm
  1 pm Children's Presentation

• Venue Info

  Wagner Free Institute of Science

  1700 W. Montgomery Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121

  General Admission: FREE!
  An $8 donation is suggested for ages 12 and up.

  Hours: The museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 9 am-4 pm and for special weekend programs. The library is open by appointment and group tours can be arranged; see website for details. Closed Memorial Day, Independence Day, Summer Break, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

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