Wagner Free Institute of Science
A natural history museum and educational institution in Philadelphia, preserving a Victorian-era scientific society.

πŸ“œ Natural history museum and educational institution in Philadelphia.
πŸ” National Historic Landmark, preserving a Victorian-era scientific society.

Why Go

πŸ›οΈ Experience a preserved Victorian science museum with original exhibits
πŸ”¬ View over 100,000 natural specimens, including fossils, minerals, and taxidermy
πŸ“š Offers free science and natural history classes for adults and children
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Self-guided tours with scavenger hunts and knowledgeable staff available

Why Avoid

⚠️ Museum located on second floor, requires climbing stairs

Tips

πŸ…ΏοΈ On-street parking on Montgomery Avenue, garage parking at Temple’s Liacouras Center
πŸš† Accessible by Broad Street subway (Orange Line) to Temple University/Cecil B. Moore Avenue
🚌 Accessible by SEPTA bus route 2 at 16th/17th Street and Montgomery Avenue

Cost

πŸ’° Free to visit the museum and attend many programs.

Hours

πŸ•’ Tuesday - Friday, 9:30am - 4:30pm.
First Saturday of the month, Noon - 4pm (September - May, excluding January).
Closed on major holidays and for a summer break in August.

Last updated 6 days ago

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