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Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University vs Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Both are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is preferred by most professionals compared to Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has a TripExpert Score of 86 with recommendations from 6 reviewers such as Frommer's, concierge.com and Fodor's.
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
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1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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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."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The acclaimed Discovering Dinosaurs exhibit displays skeletons and details the rigors of uncovering fossils. Life-size dioramas ... showcase native animals."
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"Founded in 1812, The Academy is the oldest natural history museum in the Americas."
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Time Out
"This museum, founded in 1812, combines the romance of global exploration with smart, appealing programming for curious minds."
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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
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118 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Fodor's
"This High Victorian Gothic structure is a work of art in itself."
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Concierge
"The nation's oldest museum and school of fine arts, founded in 1805, preens in the middle of Center City."
Lonely Planet
"A prestigious academy that has a museum with works by American painters, including Charles Willson Peale and Thomas Eakins."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Housed in an ornate brick and limestone Victorian structure (1876, Frank Furness and George Hewitt), the museum exhibits three centuries of artistic styles."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"One of the country's pre-eminent art schools (alumni include filmmaker David Lynch and painter Maxfield Parrish) is also home to one of Philadelphia's best art museums."
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