The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Category: Natural history museum

Address: 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA

Phone: +12152991000

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Mzdoodles

Sep 28, 2022

My grandson really liked this museum. This was the second time we've visited and we really enjoyed it. The only thing he was disappointed about was that the butterfly exhibit wasn't open.

Stanley Moy

Sep 27, 2022

Ok museum to visit if you're in the area. Lots to see and some interesting pieces for sure.

chadango piro

Sep 27, 2022

28$ for ticket. It was a pity bcause the souvenir shop closed at 16pm. There are many attractive souvenir. However, it was a good museum with interesting exhibits.

eduardo medina

Sep 26, 2022

Before the pandemic, all museums were free, what a pity that when they charge so much money

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Questions & Answers

Are you allowed to take pictures? I know some museums don't allow you to.

Victoria Lynn | Sep 28, 2018
Emil Damsyik | Sep 28, 2018

Yes, you are. The pictures you can see on the Academy of Natural Sciences (Google photos) are the contributions from so many visitors who took them (including mine).

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I have a NJ access card , it’s called SNAP . Can I use this to get a discount at the museum ?

Iliana Arroyo | Sep 28, 2018
Jazmyn Peoples | Sep 28, 2018

Yes you can $2 a piece

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How much is parking

Sandy Kane | Sep 28, 2017
Samuel Lee | Sep 28, 2017

If you're visiting during the weekends look around for the ones that offer all day weekend rates under ten dollars. However some of those same lots may charge double during special events. There is also street parking around at around $2.50/hour.

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Us it free to get in on Sundays?

Janell DuBois | Sep 28, 2018
Emil Damsyik | Sep 28, 2018

No. It is not

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You can use your EBT card even if your from NJ?

Torey Daniel | Sep 28, 2018
Mohammed A Ali El | Sep 28, 2018

I'm not sure but you can call .

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Does anyone know if they are open during Christmas and New year?

Alan Wang | Sep 28, 2018
Rocky Cooper | Sep 28, 2018

The Academy is open every day, except: - Thanksgiving Day - Christmas Day - New Year's Day

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Can I bring in my puppy inside my purse?

Jc jv (jcjv) | Jul 29, 2022
JacquelineD BrodieDavis | Jul 29, 2022

No animals. Only valid documented Service dogs.

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Do they have veterans discount

Lester | Sep 27, 2020
Darrell Carson | Sep 27, 2020

@Lester There is a discount with Military ID

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What days do they do the access card discount??

Angela Williams | Sep 28, 2019
John Christopher | Sep 28, 2019

Seven days a week , up to 4 people , doesn't include special exhibits, not sure if special exhibits can be added for a extra charge.

Are ESA dogs allowed or only service dogs? Mine literally sits in a purse and quietly sleep mostly.

Colleen Schutzer | Sep 28, 2019
Michael James (Supernate) | Sep 28, 2019

Hmm idk.. I'd call

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What can I do if I have lost the membership Cards for all of us in The family? P.s. I do have the kids club card

mariam amir | Sep 28, 2019
Suzanne Nam | Sep 28, 2019

They should have your information in their computer system.

Where can you find cheap/free parking near the museum?

Leah Southerland | Sep 28, 2019
Ruben Rosental | Sep 28, 2019

Not easy, try the parking lot around corner

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Do you got to pay for parking?

Tiffany Miccoli | Sep 28, 2018
Ruth Martin | Sep 28, 2018

Yes you do, but you also can get a parking spot free if you don't mind a walk to.

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Hi Can you have a birthday party here?

Susan Greenwood | Sep 28, 2018
Marshae Gilliard | Sep 28, 2018

Yea best parties ect.

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Are there places to park close to the historical attentions?

Jason Barnhardt | Sep 28, 2018
theodore jackson | Sep 28, 2018

Yes there are

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Are there lockers?

Nancy Hackney | Sep 28, 2018
David Zeigler | Sep 28, 2018

Yes there are. $.50. I used one to store my family's jackets

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What time do you think it gets busy?

A Google User | Sep 28, 2018
Rose Jhony | Sep 28, 2018

Depends on the day, weekends are more crowded in general. Weekdays there are school groups but they usually clear out by 2. I would say shoot for as soon as they open or later in the afternoon

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Do they do the discount with the access card here?

tiffany cruz | Sep 28, 2018
Lakeysha Coles | Sep 28, 2018

Yes, tiffany Cruz

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How many kids can I get in with a access card and how much is it

vitoria smalls | Sep 28, 2018
A. Outlaw | Sep 28, 2018

Yes its two dollars each with an access card and up to three kids can go with an adult

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How much are tickets?

Reena sharp | Sep 28, 2018
Megan Sirera | Sep 28, 2018

Look it up on the website! It depends on if you want to do any of the extras. Flat fee for adult is about $16 I believe

Is it possible to visit the shop without buying a ticket?

Nele Zimmermann | Jun 29, 2022
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University | Jun 29, 2022

Yes. You can visit the Academy Shop without buying a ticket. Just check in with front desk.

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Are you guys open tomorrow 1/2/22?

Sabreen Khalil | Jan 30, 2022
JacquelineD BrodieDavis | Jan 30, 2022

Yes, 10amEST to 5pm EST.

Where do you park??

scott pagan | Dec 31, 2021
JacquelineD BrodieDavis | Dec 31, 2021

1815 Cherry Street, Logan Square indoor parking garage, uses app., iParkit for payment, prior to visiting the museum's handicapped entrance on corner of 19th Street and Cherry Street.

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what is the cost to enter of museum

Elisa Jimenez | Sep 27, 2021
alfred gallegos | Sep 27, 2021

Senior $17

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If i buy a ticket online can i use that ticket anyday for one day of that year like how the Aquarium is? Just in case plans fall through and i can go a diff day.

Cptn MandiiRage | Sep 27, 2020
Simone Merrique | Sep 27, 2020

It will tell you on the website

Is re-entry allowed if you leave the museum?

Rachel Diao | Sep 28, 2019
Rachel Diao | Sep 27, 2020

Yes, it's allowed same day if you hold on to your ticket.

Can we bring our own food?

Rachel Diao | Sep 28, 2019
John Christopher | Sep 28, 2019

Yes but food and drink can only be out and consumed in designated areas according to their website.

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where is parking?

Richard Wilson | Sep 28, 2019
Καπετάνισσα Μπουμπουλίνα | Sep 28, 2019

You can park on any of the streets with hourly parking. No permit necessary. A permit will just let you stay all day. There's 2-3 hr metered parking (diagonal spots) if you park near the Franklin Institute which is only a few blocks away from the Academy of Natural Sciences. You may have to circle the block a few times but spots do open up. Download the PPA app & you can refill your meter while you're in the musem if your time is about to run out.

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Is there a gift shop o the museum? Love buying a little something from our visit.

Jean Klug | Sep 28, 2019
Bless Theangels | Sep 28, 2019

Yes there certainly is.

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Are they real bones

Alan’s Lifestyle | Sep 28, 2019
Suzanne Nam | Sep 28, 2019

For the dinos? No.

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Entrance is free?

emidia amadio | Sep 28, 2019
ivy graham | Sep 28, 2019

no its 20 for adults and I think is 18 for kids. you should sign up on their web site to find out their special deals.

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Are you allowed to pay for tickets at the door ? Rather than online

Teddy Graham | Sep 28, 2019
Kristen K | Sep 28, 2019

Yes, you can buy tickets at the door.

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Is there a cafe

Keturah C | Sep 28, 2019
Sage Russell | Sep 28, 2019

Yep

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Where's nearest parking

Andrea Kamil Factora | Sep 28, 2019
Beth Pettis | Sep 28, 2019

We parked in a garage about a block and a half away.

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How much is it to get in

Roger Williams | Sep 28, 2019
dumba 14 | Sep 28, 2019

It changes based on the day, look up their website and admission fees

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How much is the admission

Sirui Dai | Sep 28, 2019
Jay T | Sep 28, 2019

1 year family membership is $103 with Groupon right now. Or save $2 if you purchase on-line. Weekday Admission:  Adults (Age 13 and above): $19.95 Children (Ages 2–12): $15.95 Weekend Admission:  Adults: $21.95  Children: $17.95 Click like if you like my answer, please.

Do septa employees receive discounts?

Natalie Hale | Sep 28, 2019
Te Fi | Sep 28, 2019

Try calling

When using my access card, will they accept my expired drivers license?

Erin Heffren | Sep 28, 2019
Stephanie Kramer | Sep 28, 2019

As long it is your I'd it should be ok. Call before hand and ask

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Is the museum going to be open the day of 11/23 day after Thanksgiving ? It's a Friday

Teddy Graham | Sep 28, 2019
Aisha Aguilar | Sep 28, 2019

The best thing would be to give them a call. That day might still be considered part of the holiday.

Can I get a discount with my access card

Ebony Robinson | Sep 28, 2019
C. J. | Sep 27, 2020

By access card do you mean a welfare card or do you mean like a special pass?

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Is there a cafe?

Eric Taylor | Sep 28, 2019
Johanna Jones | Sep 28, 2019

Yes

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Does Academy provide homes for wild birds too big or wild to be pets???

Clayton Johnson Sr | Sep 28, 2018
Mirline Jackson | Sep 28, 2018

Only them can provide you with the answer

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what about parking?

Devorah Selber | Sep 28, 2018
Leeta Law | Sep 28, 2018

I did street parking just a block away was 3 hours worth for $8, or you can park at a garage nearby for $$$

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Is it wheelchair accessible?

Robert D | Sep 28, 2018
Johanna Jones | Sep 28, 2018

Yes

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Are kids under one free

E Diaz | Sep 28, 2018
Marcia Suárez | Sep 28, 2018

Yes

Can you bring food and drink

JustMe Janet | Sep 28, 2018
persephone Jenkins | Sep 28, 2018

Yes

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Is this mainly geared towards kids? Or will adults be entertained by this museum?

Kiara Velardo | Sep 28, 2018
Christina Love | Sep 28, 2018

Adults will enjoy it too! There's only one section that is completely geared toward children (Inside Out). Otherwise there's more classic exhibits for everyone.

It's free for military family?

Leia Borges | Sep 28, 2018
Julie Roberto | Sep 28, 2018

Reduction not free

What is the closest SEPTA station?

Lynda Swenson | Sep 28, 2018
Vernetta Santos | Sep 28, 2018

Subway station then walk a few blocks down

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Where would you recommend parking?

Lulu Luna | Sep 28, 2018
Jim Blount | Sep 28, 2018

Plenty of street parking and garage parking. Both cost $$$

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Can I buy the tickets at the entrance or just online?

Mark Morals | Sep 28, 2018
William Bengel | Sep 28, 2018

At entrance

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what is the cost

John Davis | Sep 28, 2018
Melinda Linares | Sep 28, 2018

Grate prices

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Is the Animatronic insect exhibit only open on Saturdays? Not clear in 5/20/18 Inquirer notice.

David Micahnik | Sep 28, 2018
Rose Jhony | Sep 28, 2018

It will be open everyday the museum is open starting May 26th

How much is the tickets to get in?

Yamitza Contreras | Sep 28, 2018
Linda Oberkofler | Sep 28, 2018

Its on their website

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Is (Natural Science) TANS museum (on the Ben Franklin Pkwy) still taking Acces/EBT cards for a $2/pp(up to 4 ppl) admission?

Lakeysha Coles | Sep 28, 2018
Foster W. Krupp | Sep 28, 2018

Yes! You can use your Access Card/EBT card for $2 admission (up to four people). Enjoy!

How much are tickets for drexel students/dragon card holders?

Finn Clements | Sep 28, 2018
Alex Wolf | Sep 28, 2018

They get general admission for free and 2-3 dollars each for the special exhibits. (Crocs/butterflies currently)

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How much is entry

Bonnie Wesmiller | Sep 28, 2018
Frank Catalano | Sep 28, 2018

Check the web page for up to date cost. Also look online a bit, there tends to be some discounts out there.

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What bus septa bus do I take from German town

Robert Harihan | Sep 28, 2018
Jamilla Griffin | Sep 28, 2018

Look on Google and put in your address and it will tell by transit

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How much is the entrance fee for adults and children?

mayra ovalle | Sep 28, 2018
Johanna Evans | Sep 27, 2020

Like 18 kids and 19 adults

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How much pre ticket?

Helene Gray Wismer | Sep 28, 2018
Lyndi Benton | Sep 28, 2018

It depends on age and if you are a member or not. Check their website for pricing info.

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