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Takin Diorama at the Academy of Natural Sciences

Making the Dioramas

April 2, 2018 maryalicehartsock Exhibit, Featured

Real or not? Find out.

Gorilla diorama at the Academy of Natural Sciences

Why Improve Dioramas?

March 26, 2018 maryalicehartsock Exhibit, Featured

They’re old–so what makes them relevant still?

Diorama glass removal at the Academy of Natural Sciences

Dioramas Q&A, Part 2

February 19, 2018 maryalicehartsock Exhibit, Featured

What’s wrong with our dioramas?

What is a Diorama?

February 12, 2018 maryalicehartsock Education, Exhibit, Featured

Visitors and Academy experts weigh in.

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