The Academy of Natural Sciences

06/23/2026

We loved welcoming so many of you to the Academy this past weekend for an inspiring afternoon with Chef Sean Sherman. We are grateful to have shared this powerful conversation celebrating Indigenous knowledge, culture and cuisine with you! ⁠
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Special thanks to our Academy Town Square program partner and participants , , , , and Linda and Luke Black Elk.

06/15/2026

Some MVPs of keeping our waterways clean don't even have a backbone. 😮⁠
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Freshwater mussels live along stream bottoms, filtering water, improving habitats, and processing up to 10 gallons daily per individual. With 70% of species threatened or endangered, their role in clean water ecosystems is becoming increasingly urgent. ⁠
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Visit the link in our bio to explore the impact of freshwater mussels and learn how Academy and other local scientists are helping them make a comeback in our latest journal post: ansp.org/learn/Journal-Archive/2026/June/mussel-power

06/11/2026

Dig into a summer full of dinosaur discoveries, animal encounters and hands-on science your kids will love at the Academy of Natural Sciences. Plan your dino-mite adventure today and make family memories that last all season! ansp.org/experience/events/dino-mite-summer

Explore Dino-Mite Summer at the Academy with a dinosaur dig, live shows, and hands-on science activities for families all July and August.

06/09/2026

Look at all the joy, curiosity, and community we’ve been building during our Nature at Noon sessions!🌿⁠
These lunchtime outings are designed for everyone to enjoy. All abilities, all experience levels, all are welcome! ⁠
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Come as you are and join us for your next midday reset. Swipe through to see our upcoming dates and visit the link in our bio or ansp.org/natureatnoon to register for free.

06/05/2026

Move over big guy, there’s a NEW T. rex in Dino Hall! Well, sort of. Academy educator Amber explains for .

06/05/2026

Botany and garden enthusiasts - check out this great event from our friends The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia!

06/04/2026

Millions of birds pass through the Philadelphia region each year along the Atlantic Flyway. The bad news? Many are at risk for window strikes. The good news? Individuals like you can make a real difference. From making windows safer to turning off unnecessary lights and reporting collisions, small actions add up to safer skies for migrating birds. ⁠
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Tap the link in our bio or head to ansp.org to learn about volunteer opportunities and resources from , a coalition led by the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Audubon Mid-Atlantic, Delaware Valley Ornithological Club, National Audubon Society, Valley Forge Audubon Society and Liberty Bird Alliance.

05/18/2026

Join us for our next Academy Town Square featuring James Beard Award-winning chef Sean Sherman, a leading voice in the international Indigenous food sovereignty movement. Learn more: ansp.org/experience/events/academy-town-square

Explore Academy Town Square talks with scientists and leaders discussing biodiversity, climate, health, and innovation to connect science with society.

05/11/2026

The Academy is a force for nature! Do you ever wonder what our scientists are up to while they aren't out in the field, in the lab, or analyzing data? ⁠
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On March 17, the Academy’s Dr. David Keller joined leaders from the in Washington, D.C., to meet with members of Congress about protecting and restoring the Delaware River. Representing 200 organizations across five states, the Coalition highlighted the watershed’s importance as a source of clean drinking water for more than 14 million people and a driver of the regional economy.⁠
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Dr. Keller also attended the Congressional Delaware River Watershed Caucus breakfast and met with congressional offices to advocate for continued support of restoration efforts, including the Delaware River Basin Protection Act.⁠
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Photo credit: Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed