Consciously editing catalog records of certain archival records to include or redress the absence of Indigenous knowledge
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Open to Collaborate
The Academy of Natural Sciences Botany Herbarium is opening its collection of more than 1 million dried and pressed plant specimens to collaboration with Indigenous scientists living on the tribal lands where many of the plants were originally collected.
Read moreRecent Acquisitions to the Academy’s Archives
New pieces in our Archives shed light on our mission to preserve and represent diverse voices in the field of natural history
Read moreNew Role at the Academy is Activating the Vast Network of WINS Alumnae
New WINS alumnae manager, Ninette Bennett, has big plans to embrace, share and build success with WINS students and alumnae across the globe.
Read moreCelebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage in the Sciences at the Academy
In English, Spanish and Portuguese, Academy scientists open up about their careers, cultures and creating diverse opportunities for excellence in research.
Read more“Our Voices Need to be Heard”: Latin & Hispanic Drexel Co-ops Helping to Enrich Representation in the Sciences
Three Drexel students discuss their cultural identities and scientific aspirations
Read moreFor the Oranges of Sargodha District: Pakistan, Podcasts and Environmental Policy Work with Living on Earth
Born into an agricultural tribe in rural Punjab, Drexel co-op Shanzay Asif nutures the art of storytelling to environmentally advocate for her home
Read moreGroundtruthing: Using Scientific Data to Support Local Communities Across Philadelphia
To accurately and equitably determine environmental justice neighborhoods, Academy scientists create a digital tool
Read moreTelling Our Stories: Gender Minorities in the Sciences at the Academy
Five phenomenal figures with diverse scientific backgrounds each spoke of their experiences growing up and entering the STEM field.
Read moreA Great Shell Milestone: Malacology Dept reaches 500K cataloged specimens
The collection officially crossed the phenomenal half-million mark. How did we get here?
Read moreCataloging a Shared Love of Natural History and Books
Fashion student Ellie Sear from Drexel’s Westphal College discusses her love of books, nature and a very exciting project to make L&A works more accessible
Read moreLearn About Urban Birding: A Q&A with Christian Cooper
On June 1, the Academy will host Black Excellence in Birding: An Evening with Christian Cooper, the 3rd annual black-tie gala and fledgling sneaker ball in support of Black Birders Week with special guest Christian Cooper, renowned New York Times best-selling author and National Geographic host.
Read moreFive Ways You Can Celebrate Earth Day – All Year Long
Celebrate Earth Day all year long with these tips.
Read moreAre Solar Panels Right for You?
April is Earth Month, a time when many are considering how they can make changes to their homes and their lives to be more sustainable. Could solar panels be the answer?
Read moreWashed Away: “Freedom Hill” Explores Flooding Caused by Environmental Racism
In her film “Freedom Hill,” Resita Cox is sharing the story of Princeville, and in doing so, she is sharing the story of all of the towns that were built in flood-prone areas.
Read moreStudying Quality of Life with Aquatic Macroinvertebrates
Brenda Vong, a recent BEES student, gets outside and learns about the importance of water and our local macroinvertebrates
Read moreIllustrating the Importance of Women in Science
In the Academy’s Library and Archives, there are many examples of the important contributions of women.
Read moreA Case of Mistaken Identity in the World of Crane Flies
Curator Jon Gelhaus and BEES student Bryan Eichen set out to clarify who was really who among the spotted wing species in the genus Dicranomyia.
Read moreQ+A: Lights, Camera…Ants!
Sean O’ Donnell, PhD, a professor of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science in Drexel University’s College of Arts and Sciences, believes putting insects on camera can help society see the integral role they play in the preservation of our natural world – and ultimately humankind.
Read moreEmpowering the Future with Plastic-free Philly Champions
Ale Gonzales, a BEES student, has a real drive to make environmental science truly accessible for students in Philly.
Read moreTake a Look Under the Canopy
A new exhibition showcases immersive animal habitat displays with live animals, including a two-toed sloth, along with life-size, climbable animal sculptures and other interactive and dynamic features designed for all ages.
Read moreSimple Ways to Support Spring Bird Migration
Plants, feeders, birdhouses and even a few small alterations in our daily habits can go a long way in supporting the livelihood and diversity of avian species.
Read moreUpdated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Spotlights Changing City
In the coming years, Philadelphia gardeners may try out some new plants and retire old favorites after an updated government map was released this fall.
Read moreEvolution is the Story of All of Us
But what exactly does it mean? Research Associate Jason Downs, PhD, explains.
Read moreHow to Have a Green and Sustainable Holiday Season
If you find yourself wondering how to be more environmentally conscious, then you can start with a few of these simple tips.
Read moreNew Exhibit Gets Up Close and Personal with the Real Tiktaalik
Life Onto Land: The Devonian centers around the Academy’s internationally celebrated paleontological research and the incredible discovery of Tiktaalik roseae.
Read moreWhat Exactly Are the Archives and Why Are They Important?
The Academy celebrates Archives Month by delving in the wondrous world of accessible history
Read moreFinding Latin American Inspirations in the Library & Archives
Drexel student and co-op Nathan Nazario details his research into the scientific fascinations of Latin America
Read moreStudying Geology and Water Chemistry in the Delaware River Basin
Recent BEES grad Kayla Aughenbaugh discusses her research into local geology and human impacts
Read moreMalacology Collection Supports Scientific Discoveries in Unexpected Places
A new book will be a major mollusk resource for biologists and conservationists studying the 45th state
Read moreFall Garden Guide
Whether you live in the city, suburbs or out in the woods, you can help local communities and biodiversity flourish with a few of these simple autumn garden tips.
Read moreCreate Your Own Pressed Botanical Specimen
An easy step-by-step guide on pressing and preserving your plants and flowers
Read moreScience Is for Everyone: Grant Support Helps Share a Love of Birds
BEES PhD student Emily Griffith has been awarded over $10,000 in grant funding this year alone to further her ornithological research.
Read moreThe Unexpected Diversity of Philadelphia’s Bees
Academy co-op and BEES student Liz Otruba surveyed the bee population at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum to see how many species were really there
Read moreThrough the Sands of Time: Giant Clams as Paleoclimate Timekeepers
Measuring stable isotopes in giant clam fossils can be one of the most accurate proxies for reconstructing past ocean conditions and in turn, reveal the changes caused by anthropogenic climate change
Read moreStudying New Hawk Communities Through Genetics and Collections
Therese Catanach, PhD, a postdoctoral researcher in Ornithology who primarily studies hawks and their parasitic lice tells us about using genetics to understand birds of prey
Read moreExploring Skin’s Fascinating Roles for Organisms
Our newest exhibit opens at the Academy and delves into the wild, strange and complex functions of skin, hair, feathers, fur, scales and more
Read moreOne Tiny Mollusk, One Big Discovery
Tobias Tagliaferro, a recent Drexel co-op in the Academy’s Malacology Department, discusses a very small bivalve, freshly discovered and scientifically named, that has a monumental impact
Read moreNew Tumbler Leaves Bird Specimens Hide and Dry
Engineering students from Middle Bucks Institute of Technology have successfully designed and developed a foldable hide tumbler in partnership with Academy scientists
Read moreFrom Coastal Ecosystems to Cultural Exchanges, a Fulbright in Fiji this Fall
Curatorial Assistant Daouda Njie, a recent graduate of Drexel’s Department of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science was awarded a Fulbright study research grant to Fiji
Read moreHighlighting Biodiversity: Freshwater Fishes in Equatorial Guinea
As the Academy celebrates biodiversity — the remarkable, beautiful tapestry of life on Earth — this year, we are delving into some of the fascinating locations our scientists have visited in the region and across the globe to study and help protect our planet’s phenomenally diverse and incredible species.
Read moreSummer Garden Guide
Whether you live in the city, suburbs or out in the woods, you can help local biodiversity flourish with a few of these simple summer garden tips.
Read moreNew Exhibit Looks Into Drawing as a Way of Knowing Birds
Illuminating Birds welcomes visitors to celebrate and feel inspired by ornithological illustrations
Read moreTesting Soil for Lead in West Philly Vacant Lots
The Academy joined forces with local organization and university to create a clearer picture of potential contaminants in our city’s empty spaces
Read moreHonoring the Silvermans: Creating a Passionate Community For the Love of All Living Things
Arthur and Carol Silverman have not only been long-time friends and supporters of the Academy, but also absolutely integral to our mission to inspire everyone to care about the natural world.
Read moreMary Gibson Henry’s Extraordinary Botanical Collection Digitized
A volunteer BEES alum sheds some light on an innovative botanist and the importance of making her work available to everyone digitally.
Read moreHighlighting Biodiversity: Searching for Snails in the Delaware River
As the Academy celebrates biodiversity — the remarkable, beautiful tapestry of life on Earth — this year, we are delving into some of the fascinating locations our scientists have visited in the region and across the globe to study and help protect our planet’s phenomenally diverse and incredible species.
Read moreGet Involved with iNaturalist!
Learn how you can join an amazing network of nature lovers who explore and share observations that contribute to biodiversity science.
Read moreAcademy Guide to Local Bird-watching Spots
Discover new and fascinating local bird populations or spot astounding migrators that fly through the tri-state regions, simply by visiting one of these amazing nearby parks, preserves, refuges or gardens.
Read morePhenomenal Migration and Transformation of American Eels
Spring is that time of year when freshwater creeks and streams all along the Philadelphia region are swarming with native, migratory eels — and it’s just one stage of their wildly complex life story.
Read moreSpotting Spring On Philly’s Nature Scene
Spring is here and as the days lengthen, more and more characters will take their place on nature’s stage all around the city.
Read moreAcademy Scientists Make Important Discoveries
Knowing our biodiversity is the first step to conservation
Read moreHighlighting Biodiversity: Familiar Flora in Newfoundland and Labrador
As the Academy celebrates biodiversity — the remarkable, beautiful tapestry of life on Earth — this year, we are delving into some of the fascinating locations our scientists have visited in the region and across the globe to study and help protect our planet’s phenomenally diverse and incredible species.
Read moreCrafting Scientific Leaders and Community this Summer Through DESLA
A weeklong outdoors summer adventure for high school students that gets everyone out in the field doing real environmental research, right alongside our very own Academy scientists and BEES professors.
Read moreResults Show Lights Out Philly Works
Get ready for the bird migration starting April 1.
Read moreSpring Garden Guide
Whether you live in the city, suburbs or out in the woods, you can help local biodiversity flourish with a few of these simple spring garden tips.
Read moreBlack Excellence in Local Birding Communities Is Creating Change at the Academy
New ANS partnerships and events with local Black Birders who are creating communities around the city and region to support equity and getting outdoors
Read moreConversations With Birds, They’re Everywhere
New exhibit anticipates spring migration season in Philly region
Read moreThere Is a Fungus Among Us! Killer Fungi in the Flesh at the Academy
Specimens of a certain parasitic fungi found in our collections with those otherworldly growth traits that have long been the inspiration for science fiction
Read moreThe Art of Tidying Up in the Entomology Collections
Drexel BEES student talks about the real scientific power (and fun!) of an orderly insect collection
Read moreEmbrace Winter and Explore Philly’s Nature
Bundle up, there’s still a lot to take in outside. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Read moreThe Big Dig this Summer at Bighorn Basin
A joint field study between the Academy and Elevation Science Institute promises to be an amazing experience for all naturalists and nature lovers, and you can join in, too.
Read moreHighlighting Biodiversity: Finding Frogs in the New Jersey Pine Barrens
As the Academy celebrates biodiversity — the remarkable, beautiful tapestry of life on Earth — this year, we are delving into some of the fascinating locations our scientists have visited in the region and across the globe to study and help protect our planet’s phenomenally diverse and incredible species.
Read moreNow That’s Funky! Recent Fossil Discovery Honors Academy Scientist
Once-in-a-lifetime fossil finding at the Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona honors the mentorship of Academy’s beloved scientist, Ned Gilmore
Read moreFour Ways to Get Involved in Science!
Discover environmental communities who are making a difference in our natural world and learn how you can join, too!
Read moreCelebrating 10 Years of BEES With Department Head David Velinsky, PhD
Q&A about the history of the BEES Department, how it has grown over the last 10 years and its many success stories
Read moreHighlighting Biodiversity: Spectacular Birds and the Amazon River
As the Academy celebrates biodiversity — the remarkable, beautiful tapestry of life on Earth — this year, we are delving into some of the fascinating locations our scientists have visited in the region and across the globe to study and help protect our planet’s phenomenally diverse and incredible species.
Read moreAlternatives to Road Salt
Road salt impacts our waterways, aquatic wildlife and infrastructure. This winter, think sustainably and make a change.
Read moreAcademy Gift Guide for 2022 Holidays
Happy Holidays! Great gift ideas for those special bookworms, young environmentalists and nature-loving enthusiasts
Read moreMural Brings Watershed Daydreams to Life
New public artwork illustrates U.N. Sustainability Goal for clean water, sanitation
Read moreGet Outdoors with Philly’s Nature!
Salamanders, lichens, raccoons, birds — autumn is the perfect time to join many of our non-human neighbors in enjoying the outdoors.
Read moreA Day in the Life at the Academy’s Ornithology Department
BEES co-op takes us through their interesting work cataloging historic eggs, stuffing birds and even catching louse.
Read moreNew Exhibition Presents Insects Like You’ve Never Seen Them
Microsculpture: The Insect Portraits of Levon Biss opens Nov. 19
Read moreLeave the Leaves for Understory Habitats
Leaving those fallen autumn leaves in your yard is one part of a complex system that supports and sustains biodiversity
Read moreDrexel Students Host the Nation’s First Local Conference of Youth
The Academy hosted the opening event Sept. 23
Read moreConfronting the Effects of Coastal Climate Change
Students apply hands-on research with Academy scientist
Read moreWhat Has the Clean Water Act Done for You?
Rowing, fishing, birding, and providing basic drinking water — fifty years later, the Clean Water Act still impacts us all
Read moreIn Search of the Hidden Cooper River
An historic expedition of the Cooper River, from its mouth at the Delaware River to its source at Gibbsboro, to uncover its hidden story
Read moreWinterize Your Home (the Green Way)
Helpful and simple indoor tips on staying warm and environmentally conscious this winter.
Read moreAn Expedition Flag Conserved
A piece of exploration history associated with Matthew Henson and Robert Peary
Read moreOtteo Sound Project, Music to the Ears
As told by a Drexel co-op
Read moreCheers! To 40 Years of WINS Success
An exceptional weekend celebration to honor our award-winning Women In Natural Sciences program.
Read moreOrchids: The Royal Family of Plants
The Library and Archives delves into some fantastic works to peek at the history of this well-loved plant.
Read moreAcademy and Drexel Host America’s First Local Conference of Youth
In preparation for U.N. Climate Change Conference
Read moreBird Migrations: Timeless and Threatened
New York Times bestselling author Scott Weidensaul talks about the wonders of bird migration, Lights Out Philly and what we can do to help
Read moreThe Seeds of Belonging
Three successful women talk WINS, sisterhood and the power of science to change your life.
Read moreCommunity Science to the Rescue, One Flipped Horseshoe Crab at a Time
Horseshoe crabs and shorebirds benefit from the amazing work of BEES instructor and volunteers in the Delaware Bay
Read moreAward-Winning Women In Natural Sciences Marks 40 Years
Free museum Sept. 17-18 gets the party started
Read moreWinterizing the Garden
As autumn arrives, preparing your garden for cold weather is easy, helping support your wallet and native wildlife.
Read moreHow to Save the World, Part 2
Ideas for coping with a changing planet
Read moreNew Exhibition Shows How We All Affect the Ocean
Ocean Bound this summer!
Read moreHow to Save the World, Part 1
Ideas for coping with a changing planet
Read moreCapturing the Crane Fly
Drexel BEES student works to document and describe the amazing biodiversity of this truly interesting insect
Read moreBirds and Biodiversity at Lacawac Sanctuary
Reflections by two students on their impactful DESLA experiences in nature
Read moreReturning Home
WINS alumnae and new project assistant reminisces about the beauty of deep connections forged at the Academy
Read moreClean-Up on Aisle One
Surprising discovery from mussel surveys in Delaware River Basin
Read moreOn the Wings of Research
BEES alum and first author on a recently published Nature paper talks butterflies, data and student experiences
Read moreCity Residents Help the Academy Map Urban Hotspots
Community scientists collect data on heat and air quality for NOAA study
Read moreEngaging Mindfully with Nature
Finding small and simple ways to reflect on the environment has numerous benefits
Read moreWINS Founder Donates Treasure Trove of History
The gift comes as WINS celebrates its 40th year in September
Read moreThe Heat of the Moment
As the temperature rises, Academy scientist confirms that climate change is causing dire problems for people everywhere, including Philly.
Read moreChanging Water, Changing Climate
With greater knowledge of the ocean’s abyss, we can better understand the scope of human influence.
Read moreTrapping Lanternflies with Innovation
A BEES student investigates a cutting-edge trapping method for the spotted lanternfly, while adding her own scientific touch.
Read moreSimple Ways to Reduce Plastic
Easing off plastics in our day-to-day lives is simple and impactful.
Read moreEffecting Change with a Fulbright Fellowship
Akilah Chatman, BEES graduate, aims to create green spaces in Cambodia with prestigious award.
Read moreMulti-Part Art Exhibition, Watershed Experience Opens This Summer
Watershed Moment focuses on the importance and vibrancy of the watershed
Read moreThe Story of A Lifetime
Senior fellow at the Academy is elected into prestigious society for his life’s work in understanding nature.
Read moreAwardees of The Environmental Collaboratory’s Inaugural Research Grant
From the Vice Provost and Executive Director of The Environmental Collaboratory
Read moreCoyote and Fox Populations on the Rise?
The Academy asks BEES professor and urban wildlife ecologist Dane Ward for the answers
Read moreBeing in Nature: Good for Mind, Body and Nutrition
Drexel researchers find getting outdoors promotes a healthy diet
Read moreFast Facts About Plastics Pollution
Bottled water is not regulated by EPA
Read morePlastic-free Philly, Philly’s Solution to Plastic Pollution
New initiative aims to put a lid on single-use water bottles
Read moreMeet Our New Executive Director, Library and Archives
The Academy welcomes our new executive director of library and archives to help manage one of the finest natural history libraries in North America
Read moreProtect Our Water
Protecting and conserving our water are critical to the health of our planet and ourselves. Fortunately, there are many simple ways to keep it clean.
Read moreFloodplains and Redlines
Drexel BEES students research Philly flood hazard zones that overlap with marginalized communities
Read moreNew Sound Installation Gives Voice to the Schuylkill
The River Feeds Back reveals a new way to experience water
Read moreThe Future Ghost Forests of New Jersey
Careful research of loblolly pines can help prevent tree death in NJ marshes
Read moreBirding in the Great Outdoors
Perspectives from Black Birder Anwar Abdul-Qawi, lead keeper at the Academy, on getting outdoors
Read moreLet’s Talk about Climate Anxiety
Introducing the topic of climate change to young minds
Read more10 Hikes to Explore Our Watershed
Get up close and personal with our watershed on these 10 hikes.
Read moreNew Species of Ancient Fish Discovered Along PA Roadside
Important discovery of great scientific interest
Read moreAcademy leads effort to map Philly’s heat and air quality
NOAA-funded project involves dozens of community scientists
Read moreHelping a Still Life Come Alive
For Earth Day, Academy experts illuminate famous PMA painting
Read moreJoin the Philadelphia City Nature Challenge
From April 29 to May 2 participate in friendly global competition
Read moreExtreme Deep: Mission to the Abyss
An exhibit review by a 12-year-old visitor
Read moreThe Royal Connection
About those unusual illustrations in the Extreme Deep exhibit
Read moreDrinking Water and Disease: The strange partners that shaped Philadelphia
Part 1: Fairmount Water Works, the right answer for the wrong problem
Read moreGetting Creative in the Field
A BEES student finds a fun way to engage the community in science with stickers
Read moreMeet Our New VP of Community Learning
He’s got big plans for women in science and Black birders
Read moreGolden Eagle Artwork Finds a Home
Scratchboard artist Jim Lish gives his life’s work to the Academy
Read moreCreate a Water-Wise Garden
Preserve water and keep the environment beautiful by simply creating a water-wise garden
Read moreExplore the Mysteries of the Deepest Oceans
Extreme Deep: Mission to the Abyss Opens April 2
Read moreThe Fish With the Fishy Name
“Great fish do not swim in shallow waters”-Matshona Dhliwayo
Read moreLights Out Kicks Off for Spring 2022
Save the migrating birds
Read moreQ & A: Mathy Vathanaraj Stanislaus
Executive Director of The Environmental Collaboratory
Read moreLittle Organism, Big Impact
Some of Earth’s smallest creatures, such as diatoms, can actually have some of the biggest impacts on our planet
Read moreMuseum Innovation Fund Announces Spring 2022 Grantees
Establishing an open innovation culture
Read moreScience, Leadership and Adventure: Firsthand DESLA Experiences
DESLA is one part outdoor adventure, one part leadership training and two parts field experience
Read moreEnvironmental Science PhD Student Publishes Children’s Book on Climate Change
Her community outreach work at the Academy inspired her
Read moreDrexel’s Environmental Collaboratory Will Solve Environmental Problems With a Community-Driven and Justice-Centered Approach
Among first projects: lead poisoning in West Philly
Read moreSay Freeze! Capturing the Microcosm
Snow crystals exhibit such a bewildering diversity and beauty
Read moreNew Species Named and Described
Academy scientists add five to world’s species inventory
Read moreA Life of its Own: The Pine Barrens Project
Q&A with David Scott Kessler, Curator and Filmmaker
Read moreCreate Bird-Friendly Habitats
Make your own environment a biodiverse, bird-friendly habitat by following some of these nine tips.
Read moreClimate Year Wrap-Up
End-of-Year Report
Read moreAcademy Kids Club Offers Water Year Challenge Badges
Teaming Up with Young United Nations Global Alliance
Read moreRemembering Thomas Dolan IV (1923-2021)
Academy friend and champion of the natural world
Read moreNew Exhibitions For 2022
Mark your calendar.
Read moreTips to Use Less Water
Easy steps to take in your own home
Read moreThomas E. Lovejoy, III (1941-2021)
Remembering a champion of conservation and long-time Academy associate
Read moreReuse it!
If you find you’re spending more time at home than usual, it’s a great opportunity to consider reevaluating that stuff[…]
Read moreRenewed call to protect Philly’s waterways
History tells us we cannot ignore any part of the water system
Read moreHoliday Gift Guide
The holiday season has arrived, and this year you might be looking for unique gifts that are guaranteed to be as “in[…]
Read moreGet Our Best Deal of the Year on Membership
Offer ends Nov. 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Read moreHelp Us Restore the Drama of the Diorama
Which diorama will we renovate next?
Read moreInvisible World of Water Opens Nov. 13
Combines the marvel and insight of scientific and artistic inquiry
Read moreHow to Start Composting
Composting nourishes your yard, reduces waste in landfills, strengthens local farming and food production, improves climate resilience in communities and helps create green jobs. Let’s get started.
Read moreRemembering the Great Auk
You can see the mounted specimen at the Academy
Read moreA Decade of Drexel and the Academy
The first 10 years of the historic affiliation between Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences spawned new programs, partnerships and monumental growth.
Read moreWomen Voices on Climate Change, Part 2
Immense potential, hope, ideas for a sustainable future
Read moreWomen Voices on Climate Change
Where they see possibilities, Part 1
Read moreMembers’ Night 2021
Our members are a force for nature
Read moreReduce Home Energy Use
When seasons change, so do indoor temperatures. Whether we’re turning down the AC to cool off, or turning up the[…]
Read moreHistory Co-ops Dive Deep into Academy Archives
A history of science at the Academy
Read moreUncovering the Real James Bond
Author met him in the 1970s while working at the Academy
Read moreDon’t Fall for the Spotted Lanternfly
Fall is the time to combat the destructive beauty
Read moreMuseum Innovation Fund
An opportunity to rethink the future of museums with the Academy of Natural Sciences
Read moreBike to Work!
Even as we transition into new ways of living and working, bicycling has maintained its appeal: it’s an affordable, healthy[…]
Read moreBird Safe Philly Kicks Off Fall Migration
Seasonal Lights Out Philly runs Aug. 15-Nov. 15
Read moreTeaming Up with United By Blue for Cobbs Creek
Join the community cleanup Aug. 21!
Read moreEat Sustainably
Six tips to sustainable eating
Read moreBuilding a More Resilient, Just City
Extreme storms will cause more flooding issues
Read moreViruses Explained Wins Award
See this pop-up exhibit through August
Read morePreparing for a Warmer Wetter Philadelphia
Beat the Heat Hunting Park helps mitigate extreme heat
Read moreClimate Change and Me
NBC10’s Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz on a Warmer Wetter Philadelphia
Read moreRefreshed Outside In Reopens
Inspiring all to appreciate nature in our communities
Read moreConnecting Collections to Field Notes
Living testament to Academy research and collections
Read moreDrexel Helps Set Climate Resilience Research Agenda for Philadelphia
Academy scientists helping plan and deliver on goals
Read moreEyeballs and Glass, Cleaned and Polished
Three iconic dioramas get the treatment
Read moreEasy Tips to Ease off Plastic
Start now in Plastic Free July
Read moreFire in the Pine Barrens
Flames bring the future
Read moreBiodiversity is Essential in Battling Climate Effects
Join the next Academy Town Square June 24
Read moreSpecimen Preparation: A Preservation of Time
Ornithology co-op Jenna Souto explains the specimen preparation process.
Read moreFive Tips and 100 Places to Inspire You to Get Outside
Getting outdoors is good for you! We’ve got 5 easy tips and 100 locations to inspire you.
Read moreHow to celebrate 17-year cicadas – eat one!
Try our Cicada and Grits recipe
Read moreFree Admission Days for Hospital Workers
Hospital heroes honored in May
Read moreSeven Steps to Sustainable Gardening
Planning, planting and caring for an earth-friendly garden
Read morePersonal Stories, Our Stories
Academy president reflects on the stories told in Drowning World exhibit
Read moreJoin the City Nature Challenge!
Mark your calendar April 30-May 3
Read moreGideon Mendel: Drowning World Opens May 1
Unique photographic exploration of flooding around the world
Read moreIs Philly Being Snubbed Again?
By cicadas?
Read moreBrood X Cicadas, Pt 2
Our entomologist describes what to expect
Read moreBrood X Cicadas, Pt 1
Everything you need to know and more
Read moreData Entry: It’s Not Just Typing
Tracing global warming patterns through specimens
Read moreDrexel Added to University Climate Change Coalition
Jump-starting a year focused on climate action
Read moreNew Already-Endangered Screech Owls Found
Academy scientists are among team that discovered two new species in the Brazilian rainforest
Read moreScientists Discover New Species
Academy scientists surface from 2020 with 37 new species
Read morePlant a Pollinator Garden
Supporting biodiversity starts with protecting and providing green space for our pollinators
Read moreCelebrating Women’s History Month
Meet some of our scientists
Read moreInsect Collection Valuable to Society
Feds used our bumblebees to study decline of the species
Read moreSpotted Lanternflies Are Here
And they’ll be worse than last year
Read moreMystery in the Library for Women’s History Month
Many women appear in photos but are unnamed
Read moreWINS Internships Connect to Active Research
Each student walks away with a unique experience
Read morePhiladelphia Joins National Lights Out
Program to Save Migrating Birds
Read moreWindow Strikes in Ornithology
A resource for scientists, students, community
Read moreMeet Our WINS Alumnae
ZOOM with us March 11 for Life After WINS
Read moreCall for Community Scientists
Parasite tracking needs you
Read moreCelebrating WINS Successes
Meet two leaders who make the program possible
Read moreHow to Use Less Water
Do you know how much water you use each day?
Read moreWelcome to the MOOSEUM
Award-winning whimsical wayfinding
Read moreVisualize Diverse Scientists
What’s your perception of a scientist?
Read moreBackyard Habitats
Building for the Birds, the Bees and the Bats
Read moreReading the Leaves
For a clue to climate change
Read moreRecycling 2021
Tips for recycling, updated for 2021.
Read moreSix Cultural Institutions Jointly Announce Reopening
Continued health and safety measures in place
Read morePermian Monsters: Life Before the Dinosaurs
Opens Jan. 8
Read moreRiver of the People, Part 2
The fascinating life of fishes
Read moreFour Gifts That Give Back
Out-of-the-box gift ideas for everyone.
Read more“Lost” Portrait by John James Audubon
He’s not who they thought he was
Read moreRiver of People, Part 1
The Delaware is sacred to the Lenni Lenape
Read moreBEES Students Show Off Their Research Mussels
Mussels provide valuable ecosystem services
Read moreReduce and Reuse STUFF
Our small actions can lead to big changes
Read more5 Parkway Museums Close for 6 Weeks
A joint statement
Read moreMuseum Closes Temporarily
Will reopen in the new year
Read moreComposting: A Guide
Turn your organic waste into a resource
Read morePhilly can save thousands of birds
Tall lighted buildings cause bird deaths
Read moreDEEP DIVE for the Delaware
New media project to engage using science+arts
Read moreShaker of Science to Feature Invert Paleo
Have a cocktail and learn about fossils
Read moreSupport Environmental Justice
Your small actions can lead to big changes
Read moreNavigating the Drexel Co-Op Experience Remotely
How a global disruption impacted my experience at the Academy
Read moreThe Name’s Bondi, Synodus bondi
Fish named for bird scientist
Read moreSole Native Pa. Plant Now Extinct
Illustrates the utility, importance of natural history collections
Read moreA Fish Detective Story
DNA from 158-year-old trout clarifies origin, but muddles name
Read moreRegister and Vote!
Check the deadlines, exercise your fundamental right to vote
Read moreData and the Delaware
Communicating data to the general public is critical
Read moreWildlife Photographer of the Year Opens
Breathtaking animal diversity, behavior opens Sept. 5
Read more4th Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival
Bringing wonders of the planet to your home virtually for first time
Read moreShell Feast for the Eyes
From the Academy’s Google Arts and Culture
Read moreIn Search of Sir John Franklin’s Lost Expedition
Academy expedition member contributed to the collections
Read moreMusings on Survival
What makes a species fit to survive?
Read moreChanges Come to Library & Archives
New exhibit gallery to open
Read moreReduce Your Household Energy Use
40 Easy tips to save money and the planet
Read moreSummer Butterfly Guide
Learn which butterflies to look for in our region this summer.
Read moreScenes from the Reopening
The museum opens to the general public July 31
Read moreMy Not-So-Typical Job
Answers from the institutions’ first-ever Chief Learning and Engagement Officer
Read moreDiatom Beauties
Highlights of the Academy’s Google Arts and Culture exhibit
Read moreVolunteer Supports Scientific Discovery
Additions to diatom collection shed light on changing climate
Read moreHow Do You Manage A River?
First in series on the Delaware River
Read moreTreasures from Rare and Historical Books
Scientific illustrations from Academy’s Google Arts and Culture exhibit
Read moreAcademy Reopens July 31
Health and safety of visitors, staff are top priority
Read moreIt’s Plastic Free July
40 Ways to reduce plastic
Read moreHow to Discover a New Fish
Digital storybook on Google Arts & Culture
Read moreOutdoors: Benefits, Precautions
Get outdoors and be prepared
Read moreThey’re Baaaack!
Spotted lanternflies are now prevalent in SE PA
Read moreScience and Literacy for Success
Academy team early-childhood education
Read moreFlirtatious Feathers
An Academy exhibit from Google Arts and Culture
Read moreWildlife Photographer of the Kids Club
And the winners are…
Read moreGet Outside Without Leaving Home
6 Tips to enjoy nature
Read moreLate Spring Butterfly Guide
Learn which butterflies to spot in our region as spring moves into summer.
Read moreI Am the Walrus
Fossilized jaw packs evidence of changing climate
Read moreCoastal Change, Climate Change
Climate change is affecting coastal habitats like wetlands
Read moreIs COVID-19 Affecting Our Water?
Academy scientists launch study
Read morePteropods and Climate Change
PteropoTalkin’ shells and ocean acidification
Read moreAnimal House
How our animals and handlers are sheltering in place
Read moreDocumenting the Moment
Future historians will want to know how we coped
Read moreMay’s Migrants
May is a great month to see migrating birds moving through our region.
Read moreStaff Offers Cleanup Tips
Academy staff participated in a spring DIY cleanup
Read moreSix Tips for Eating Local
Fresh new food options await
Read moreHome Laboratory Set-ups
With fieldwork on hold, there’s plenty of research to do at home
Read moreEarth Day 1970 Changed My Life
Personal reflection by our watershed policy expert
Read moreEarth Day: Lens on Pandemic
Shifting Relationship of Science and Society
Read moreBirds Are Blooming
With spring’s arrival comes the arrival of more bird songs and brighter colors.
Read moreFor WINS, Earth Day is Every Day
Learning to be better stewards for our planet
Read moreEarth Day in COVID-19 Times
It’s about our relationship with Earth’s natural systems
Read moreColor a Garden Bed
Kids of all ages can use this activity sheet to exercise their creativity
Read moreSpring Butterfly Guide
Look for these eight early spring butterflies in the Philadelphia region.
Read moreScience Never Stops
Watershed field work in a pandemic
Read moreWildlife Surprises
Unexpected sightings bring solice in trying times
Read moreGiving to Health Care Workers
Scientists scoured their labs to donate
Read moreSeven Steps to Sustainable Gardening
Planning, planting and caring for an earth-friendly garden
Read moreWFH Tips from Our Scientist
You don’t need a microscope to do them
Read morePlanting for the Environment
A reading and planting activity for families
Read moreDown to Bond’s Bird in the Collection
The Bahama nuthatch is critically endangered
Read moreComing Soon to a Tree Near You
Birds you can expect to see in the area over the next few weeks.
Read moreAcademy Closes Temporarily
Joint statement from the Parkway museums
Read moreIn Equatorial Guinea, Drexel Leaders Deepen Longstanding Research Partnership
Offering scientific perspective on extraordinary natural resources
Read moreUsing Less Water: A How-to Guide
Take these steps to reduce your everyday water consumption and virtual water footprint
Read moreFrom Reading Room to Exhibit Gallery
A room with a history gets new life as public space
Read moreTalking Climate Change With Peers
A guide for college students
Read moreFast Facts, Slow Animals
See Lulu the sloth chow down on her favorite food
Read moreSurvival of the Slowest Opens Feb. 15
Take your time meeting our animals
Read moreTalking About Climate Change
From little kids to adults who disagree
Read moreFive Easy Tips to Make your Super Bowl Party More Sustainable
A few easy tips to make your party better for the environment.
Read moreThe Real James Bond, Author
Author of the new J.B. book speaks at Academy March 3
Read moreNew Discoveries Flow From Museum Collections
Beyond the Academy’s dioramas and dinosaurs lie its vast scientific collections. Rows of gleaming metal cabinets hold millions of shells,[…]
Read moreYear of Unearthing New Species
Academy scientists helped enter dozens of new species into the record in 2019
Read moreChuck Cruit: Solving Riddles in Ornithology
Volunteering is a highlight of Chuck Cruit’s retirement
Read moreRecycling 101
What does it mean to have clean recycling?
Read moreInspiring Care for Environment
New initiative shows everyday choices affect the environment
Read more2019 Gift Guide
Unique gifts for science and sloth lovers
Read moreWhy Support the Academy?
Meet scientists researching how ecosystems respond to our changing environment
Read moreGecko Collection: A Vital Resource
Climate change may have allowed geckos to spread north
Read moreKids Activity: Water!
Make your own ocean, observe the water cycle in action and explore how water sticks together
Read moreTeaming Up With United By Blue for the Delaware River
New partnership aims to remove 25,000 pounds of trash
Read moreProtecting America’s Food Supply
Shell collection is a vital resource for federal government
Read moreWhy Give on Giving Tuesday?
Meet scientists researching how ecosystems respond to our changing environment
Read moreCyber Monday Deal
Heads up for a great membership offer
Read moreMinds in the Wild
How children learn
Read moreField Journals: Past and Present
Documents created by scientists in the field fill the Academy Archive
Read moreLooking Out for Pets and Kids
His game won the Silverman Award
Read moreAlgae Crew in the Field
Why does algae sampling (and the timing of it) matter?
Read moreReeling in Frankenfish
On the trail of the invasive northern snakehead
Read moreMembers’ Night 2019
Our favorite photos from the most exciting night of the year
Read moreMystery of Missing Artwork Leads to Russia
On the trail of William Bartram’s paintings in St. Petersburg
Read moreDinosaurs and Climate Change
Q&A with paleontologist Ted Daeschler
Read moreMussel Survey
Scientists searched for mussels in the Schuylkill River, upstream from Boathouse Row
Read moreBest of the BEES
New exhibit explores field work through photography
Read moreAcademy Joins Climate March
We showed Science Matters
Read moreSpecial Screening Sept. 25: Anthropocene
Documentary coincides with U.N. climate summit
Read moreA Real Shocking Discovery
Academy scientist involved in new electric eel species
Read moreFossils Arrive in Philly
Five tons of Jurassic fossils will be prepared at the Academy this year
Read moreFour Ways to Cut Your Carbon
Does not involve a transatlantic sailboat
Read moreReading List: Taking Care of the Environment
Must-reads for green living
Read moreHow Does a Rainforest Catch Fire?
Scientists break down Brazil’s fires
Read moreBrazil Fires Impact Philadelphia and the World
Opinion, For the Inquirer
Read moreStewards of a Stream
Assessing water quality and stream health
Read moreAre We Really Protecting Rivers, Streams From Pollution?
Hard to say, and that’s a problem
Read moreLifetime Achievement Award
Long-time partnership with Lacawac Sanctuary celebrated
Read moreA Relic of Botany History
A new acquisition for our Library
Read moreTime Outdoors: It’s Healthy
Easy tips for fun in nature
Read moreA Fish by Another Name
New discoveries lead to new name
Read moreBugs of Bug Fest
Just who will you meet at Bug Fest?
Read moreExploring the World of Bugs
A bug adventure with your family
Read moreMove Over Spider-Man
The Academy has the real thing
Read morePatriotic Employer Award
Award is for supporting employee participation in America’s National Guard and Reserve Force
Read moreKeeping Tabs on the Environment
Hot field season in full swing
Read moreOnce Upon a Commute
Spinosaurus’ epic journey to the Academy
Read moreThe Great Unveiling
Amazonian Birds Added to Academy Collection
Read moreAcademy hosts Phila Environmental Film Fest
Celebrating new partnership
Read morePeter Austen Closes Term as ANS Chair
Accomplishments include hiring of Scott Cooper, strategic plan
Read moreMake Way: Moving Dinosaurs
Dinosaurs Around the World opens June 30.
Read moreNew Shipworm Eats Stone
Academy scientist among discoverers of the species.
Read moreJune’s Door 19: What You Missed
See pictures and highlights from the event
Read moreWhere Does Your Drinking Water Come From?
Know our watershed.
Read moreTotally Turtles
What will happen when you come out of your shell?
Read moreWhelks at the Shore
Search for whelk shells and egg cases at the shore this summer.
Read moreDoor 19: Traditional Medicinals (Sneak Peek)
A legal look at the interplay of plants and people.
Read moreAccess to Science
A sensory-friendly event
Read moreChallenge From New Board Chair
David E. Griffith seeks for us to be a force for nature.
Read moreSpring Bird Migration – Find Five Colorful Birds Arriving in Philadelphia Now
A look at five colorful birds arriving in Philadelphia this spring.
Read moreA Parent’s Review of Mythic Creatures
She recounts her experience with her daughter.
Read moreTruth or Legend?
The myths behind the real Academy specimens
Read moreWhat are five things you can do to help the environment in under 10 minutes?
Reduce plastics, recycle correctly and more
Read moreProtecting Bioko’s Biodiversity, Part 2
Researchers want to know what’s happening to water quality.
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