Experts' Choice Award Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
What the experts agree on
America's oldest natural history museum dazzles with impressive dinosaur skeletons and immersive dioramas of animals in their native habitats. The Discovering Dinosaurs exhibit and weekend fossil-digging activities delight curious minds of all ages.
“The acclaimed Discovering Dinosaurs exhibit displays skeletons and details the rigors of uncovering fossils. Life-size dioramas ... showcase native animals.”
– Michelin Guide
Concierge "Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences focuses on environmental research and the discovery of ecosystems."
Fodor's "The dioramas of animals from around the world displayed in their natural habitats give this natural history museum an old-fashioned charm." Full review
Where "Founded in 1812, The Academy is the oldest natural history museum in the Americas." Full review
Time Out "This museum, founded in 1812, combines the romance of global exploration with smart, appealing programming for curious minds." Full review
Afar Magazine "This was my favorite museum as a kid, and since I never really grew up, it's still my favorite." Full review
Frommer's "More than a dozen impressive specimens, including a massive T-Rex with jaws agape, are on display in the main hall. On weekends, kids can even "dig" for fossils." Full review
National Geographic
