Tons
of historical sites, gardens, and museums are exactly what you
will find when you visit Philadelphia. Below we have
listed some interesting places for you, while you are on
vacation. If you need help with your hotel and car
rentals, please use the links to the left and be guided
through our hassle free, secure reservations service and save.
Museums
Academy
of Natural Sciences Museum - Founded in
1812, this is the oldest continuously operating scientific
research exhibit in the Western Hemisphere, featuring plenty of
dinosaurs sure to delight fans of all ages. Mon - Fri, 10am -
4:30pm. Weekends and holidays, 10am-5pm. Adults $8.50. Children
$7.50. Seniors $7.75. (215) 299-1000
Afro-American
Historical Cultural Museum -
This museum houses one of the most significant collections of
African-American history and culture in Pennsylvania. Tues -
Sat, 10am - 5pm. Sun, noon - 5pm. Adults, $6, Students and
Seniors, $4. (215) 574-0380
Atwater
Kent Museum -
While you're learning about your heritage at the Balch
Institute (across the street) and your country's
heritage at Independence Hall (around the
corner), stop in the Atwater Kent Museum and learn about
Philadelphia's history. The original home of the Franklin
Institute tells the story of what the people here have
been doing besides writing a Constitution and listening to local
acts like Will Smith, Boys II Men, and Bill Cosby. Includes a
collection of exhibits originally at the Centennial Exhibition
in Fairmount Park. (215) 922-3031
Brandywine
River Museum -
The Wyeth family has lived in Chadds Ford since the last
century. Take a twenty minute drive south to view a magnificent
collection of the work of Andrew Wyeth, his son Jamie, his
father, the illustrator N.C. Wyeth, and others connected to this
unusually talented family.In addition to the permanent
collection: Sept. 9-Nov. 19: The Fabric of Persuasion: Two
Hundred Years of Political Quilts. April 1-Nov. 19: N.C.
Wyeth Studio Tours. Where it all began. Daily,
9:30am-4:30pm. Adults $5. Seniors, Students and Children ages
6-12 $2.50. Children under 6 and Members free. (610)
388-2700.
Glencairn
Museum
- its mission is to educate visitors about the
history of religion, using art and artifacts from a variety of
cultures and time periods. Religious life through the ages is
presented by means of a remarkable collection that illustrates
religions as varied as ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman,
Medieval Christian, Islamic, Asian, and Native American. Bryn
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Independence
Seaport Museum
- Take a stroll under a 3-story replica of the Ben
Franklin Bridge as you enter Home Port: Philadelphia, an
exciting interactive exhibit that explores the events and people
that shaped one of America's most historic urban port. And
ongoing through December 31: Life of a Sailor: A Collector's
Vision. Adults, $5. Seniors, $4. Children, $2.50; under 5,
free. Open daily 10am - 5pm. (215) 925-5439
Rosenbach
Museum and Library - The
Rosenbach brothers collected books and supported the authors.
Which is why the original manuscript of James Joyce's Ulysses
is now on display . The Rosenbach brothers collected books and
supported the authors, which is why the museum now houses the
original manuscript of James Joyce's Ulysses (and is the host
for the annual Bloomsday events on June 16), rare letters (like
a collection of letters written by Greta Garbo to Mercedes de
Acosta), first editions and ancient maps, and the archives of
Maurice Sendak. Tues-Sun, 11am-4pm. Closed Mondays, National
Holidays and from August 7 until mid September. Adults $5
Students and seniors $3 (215) 732-1600
Historical Sites
A
walking tour of Independence National Historical Park -
Even if you're not a history buff, we predict a few quivers.
Start at the Visitor Center and follow the red-brick road past a
dozen stirring sites, including Independence Hall and the
Liberty Bell
Barnes
Foundation -
A few minutes away is one of the best collections of art in the
world. Accessible by car or bus. The collection is only open to
the public on weekends, so plan ahead. Accessible by car, train,
or bus. Fri-Sun 9:30am-5pm. Advanced reservations required for
all visitors. $5. Parking $10. (610) 667-0290
First
Union Science Park -
The Franklin Institute Science Museum and Please Touch Museum
have joined forces to create the First Union Science Park, and
interactive outdoor park for parents and children. (215)
963-0667
Tons
of historical sites, gardens, and museums are exactly what you
will find when you visit Philadelphia. Below we have
listed some interesting places for you, while you are on
vacation. If you need help with your hotel and car
rentals, please use the links to the left and be guided
through our hassle free, secure reservations service and save.