By: Danica Serena Stockton By: Danica Serena Stockton | August 30, 2023 | Culture, Magazine, Lifestyle, Feature, Guide, Culture Feature, Art,
Peruse the many Philadelphia museums. Take a break from daily demands and reconnect with yourself and art at the following establishment in Philadelphia.
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2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. / Website
Appreciate the works of African, Asian, Latin and European artists at Barnes Foundation. The establishment operates Thursday through Monday and offers art collections to observe, educational classes to take and the Garden restaurant and Reflections Café to dine at.
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. / Website
This long-standing art museum continues to showcase some of the most remarkable works of art. The museum was established in 1928 and holds history and depth developed through the decades. The collections range from American, contemporary and costume to textiles, East Asian and European arts.
222 20th St. N / Website
The Franklin Institute, established in 1824, offers a continuously evolving roster of interactive art exhibits. Explore the planetarium and learn more about science and technology at The Franklin Institute. Informative and engaging for all ages, the institute has a science-centric playground for children to burn off steam and adults to reprieve between exhibits.
19 S 22nd St. / Website
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is the first medical history museum established in the United States. Founded in 1858, this museum paved the path to greater education regarding medicine and anatomy. Better understand the complexities of the human body and deepen knowledge of diagnosis and treatment solutions at this museum.
101 3rd St. S / Website
While many have learned of The American Revolution through Gordon S. Wood's The American Revolution and formal education, revisit the history of the primitive stages of the nation at Museum of American Revolution. Hamilton and many other works retell the tale of America's conception. Further develop comprehension of the events that initiated the independence of the country at this Philadelphia museum.
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525 Arch St. / Website
Founded in 2000, National Constitution Center offers classes, virtual town hall events and various educational resources. Group gatherings encourage citizens to understand and exercise the rights determined in the U.S. Constitution.
211 Christopher Columbus Blvd. S / Website
At Penn’s Landing, opposite the Delaware River, stands Independence Seaport Museum, established in 1961. The oldest floating warship of steel, Cruiser Olympia, is open to explore. Naval history, artifacts and marine art tell tales of history over the seas.
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. / Website
Founded in 1812, Academy of Natural Sciences has served to demonstrate how natural sciences work to operate Earth and its inhabitants. Dive into the processes and systems that make Earth home and life possible.
2027 Fairmount Ave. / Website
Eastern State Penitentiary operated as a prison from 1829 to 1971. In the present day, visitors roam the halls to gain insight into the evolution of the criminal justice system in America. Prison tours and walk-throughs are available day and night; spooky haunted house events occur during the Halloween season.
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