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What you missed at Door 19: Renais-Science Faire

March 1, 2019 MikeServedio Featured, Ichthyology, Library, Photoblog

We hosted our first Door 19 event of the year last week!

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Toxic Chemicals in Our Water

February 26, 2019 Carolyn Belardo Botany, Environmental Science, Featured, Ichthyology, Malacology, Uncategorized

Does the EPA’s plan do enough?

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Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids

February 13, 2019 Mackenzie Fitchett Education, Exhibit, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Malacology, Paleontology, People

Opens Feb. 16

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Antarctic Paleontological Expedition: Home Base

January 22, 2019 Carolyn Belardo Evolution, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Paleontology, People, Program

Feeling great after first shower in a month.

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Striking It With Fossil Trove: Week 6

January 14, 2019 Carolyn Belardo Evolution, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Paleontology

After weeks of harsh conditions, team finds dense beds of fossil fish.

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Taxonomy Today Benefits From Closer Look at Genes

January 9, 2019 Carolyn Belardo Evolution, Featured, Ichthyology

Evolving technology helps scientists understand human origin.

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Finding Fossil Fish in Antarctica: Week 5

January 7, 2019 Carolyn Belardo Evolution, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Paleontology

That snowmobile training comes in handy.

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Finding Fossils in Antarctica: Week 4

December 31, 2018 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Evolution, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Paleontology, People

Digging into our past when fish evolved into land animals.

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Whiteout in Antarctica: Week 3

December 23, 2018 Carolyn Belardo Evolution, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Paleontology

Weather takes a turn for the worse.

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Reporting From Antarctica, Week One

December 10, 2018 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Evolution, Featured, Fossil, Ichthyology, Paleontology, People

Ted Daeschler blogs from Antarctica on his 2nd expedition for Devonian fossils.

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What is taxonomy and why is it so important? 🧐⁠
By classifying and naming species, scientists can track biodiversity, understand ecosystems and even uncover new discoveries from specimens collected decades before. Read our latest blog post to learn more about recent research that examined fish collected by Henry Weed Fowler in the Academy's Ichthyology collection. Tap the link in our bio to read on!
On a day reserved to honor Martin Luther King Jr. On a day reserved to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and his just legacy, the nation finds itself at the beginning of a new chapter. As always, the Academy of Natural Sciences will stand by its commitment to help build a healthy, sustainable and equitable planet for all.
🎲 NEW: Game Night! 🎲⁠ ⁠ 🦖 Join us in 🎲 NEW: Game Night! 🎲⁠
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🦖 Join us in Dinosaur Hall for an evening of nature-inspired board games like Parks, Cascadia and more. Come with friends or meet new ones! Expert staff from the Academy and @redcapscorner will guide the fun.⁠
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🗓️ Thursday, February 20,  6:30–9:30 p.m., Ages 18+⁠
🎟️ Tickets: $15 (Members $10)⁠
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Grab your tickets now at the link in in our bio.
New year, fresh start! Ready to tackle being more New year, fresh start! Ready to tackle being more sustainable this year? Check out the Academy blog for some inspiration to get you started on reusing, repairing and rewearing in 2025. Get our top tips in our stories or link in bio!
Dinos After Dark is back on Friday, January 31! En Dinos After Dark is back on Friday, January 31! Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission, a festive, family-friendly atmosphere and the Dino Drafts Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall. Plus, check out our NEW 21+ Winter Dino Ball after party beginning at 8:30 p.m. Get all the info: bit.ly/DinosAfterDark
Our next sensory-friendly morning is right around Our next sensory-friendly morning is right around the corner! On Saturday, January 11 from 9-11 a.m. enjoy a calmer visit to the museum. ⁠
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⭐️ Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines⁠
⭐️ Smaller crowds⁠
⭐️ More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened or turned off⁠
⭐️ An available quiet and relaxing space⁠
⭐️ Time to explore our signature and special exhibits and wander through the dioramas at your own pace.⁠
⭐️ Noise cancelling headphones and fidget toys available for guests⁠
⭐️ Understanding, empathetic staff ready to help and share science with you!⁠
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Guests of all ages are welcome at this family-friendly event! Tap the link in bio to register.
It’s a #snowday in Philly! Flip through Ukichiro It’s a #snowday in Philly! Flip through Ukichiro Nakaya’s groundbreaking book Snow Crystals: Natural and Artificial with us in The Academy Library and Archives ❄️🌨️❄️🌨️
The Academy is open today! Visit our newest exhibi The Academy is open today! Visit our newest exhibit Ice Dinosaurs, where you can marvel at lifelike animatronic creatures who lived in ancient, icy terrains. Dream of warmer weather and flowering plants in our Spotlight Gallery exhibit, Heirloom Plants. Step into The Ecology of Fashion exhibit with some bundled-up style to learn how our soft, glittering or shiny garments are inspired by the natural world yet impact the environment. ⁠
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Thursday, December 26: 10 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. ⁠
Friday, December 27: 10 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. ⁠
Saturday, December 28: 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. ⁠
Member Morning, Sunday, December 29: 9–10 a.m.⁠
Sunday, December 29: 10 a.m.– 5 p.m.⁠
Monday, December 30: Closed⁠
$10 Tuesday, December 31: 10 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
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