The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • First Friday: Our Plastic Planet at the Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Families can explore the story of plastic — how it was made, why it became a problem, and what to do about it — at the Science History Institute's April First Friday event. Guests will get a close look at some of the earliest synthetic […]

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  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • A History of Fireworks Opening Celebration at the Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, come together for the opening of Flash! Bang! Boom! A History of Fireworks as part of their celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence signing. With objects ranging from historic rare books and fine art, to consumer catalogs and […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Stories of Science at Science History Institute
    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Stories of Science at Science History Institute
    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Stories of Science at Science History Institute
    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Stories of Science at Science History Institute
    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

  • Stories of Science at Science History Institute

    Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]