Philly Holiday Experience: Free Museum Day
Join us for special gallery tours and hands-on activities as part of Welcome America’s Philly Holiday Experience.
Science is all around us . . . literally! Explore the scientific marvels woven into the fabric of our daily existence, unraveling the story of our clothing’s evolution through time, and envisioning the scientific horizons that lie ahead. This family-friendly program explores the fascinating world of dyes and textiles.
Our fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Try your hand at our fashion sketching activity and take an up-close look at interesting items in our handling collection relating to the colorful history of natural and synthetic dyes!
During your visit, you can also check out our themed “drop-in” tours at 11:30am and 2pm. We will feature our “Materials for the Masses” tour, which explores the history of modern materials, with a special focus on game-changing synthetic textiles such as Nylon, Lycra, Spandex, and more. Witness how these fibers transformed our world, from fashion to medicine, spanning wartime to peacetime and beyond.
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From Nature to Nylons: A Touch-Based History of Textiles
This private learning experience combines a personally guided exploration of select gallery exhibits and a hands-on study of objects.
Art of Alchemy Self-Guided Visit
Step into the age of alchemy and explore works in our new permanent exhibition, Fire and Gold: The Art of Alchemy (1450–1850).
Ullyot Lecture and Award: Ben Feringa
SOLD OUT! The 2016 Nobel co-laureate in chemistry will present this year’s lecture, “The Art of Building Small,” followed by a Q&A session and award presentation.