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.
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Empowering 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 moreAcademy Scientists Make Important Discoveries
Knowing our biodiversity is the first step to conservation
Read moreResults Show Lights Out Philly Works
Get ready for the bird migration starting April 1.
Read moreConversations With Birds, They’re Everywhere
New exhibit anticipates spring migration season in Philly region
Read moreMural Brings Watershed Daydreams to Life
New public artwork illustrates U.N. Sustainability Goal for clean water, sanitation
Read moreNew Exhibition Presents Insects Like You’ve Never Seen Them
Microsculpture: The Insect Portraits of Levon Biss opens Nov. 19
Read moreDrexel Students Host the Nation’s First Local Conference of Youth
The Academy hosted the opening event Sept. 23
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