By Helen Georgette
Philadelphia has for a while been a beacon of culture and commerce in the US for over two-hundred years. Currently it celebrates its history with museums and attractions for all the family to enjoy. With an array of landmarks in Philadelphia having been a center point of American history, museums in Philadelphia continue to add to the history, culture and fine arts in the city of Philadelphia.
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute, this great institution has put on exhibition both the natural and technological sciences in our world for over the last five-hundred years. At this time, the Institute is showing exhibitions referring to science in pop culture including forensic sciences at its exhibition. Mummies are currently being displayed at the institute, on loan from other museums. Mummies are always a fun and mysterious experience for children who are interested in find out more about Egypt. IMAX productions can also be viewed at The Franklin Institute for the entertainment of the public. The Franklin Institute is amongst the top museums in Philadelphia.
National Constitution Center Museum
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute, this great institution has put on exhibition both the natural and technological sciences in our world for over the last five-hundred years. At this time, the Institute is showing exhibitions referring to science in pop culture including forensic sciences at its exhibition. Mummies are currently being displayed at the institute, on loan from other museums. Mummies are always a fun and mysterious experience for children who are interested in find out more about Egypt. IMAX productions can also be viewed at The Franklin Institute for the entertainment of the public. The Franklin Institute is amongst the top museums in Philadelphia.
National Constitution Center Museum
The National Constitution Center is unique among Philadelphia museums, and is one of a kind in the world in that it concentrates on the US Constitution. Other exhibits include documents and devices from the International Spy Museum regarding the battle of keeping civil rights. Another exhibit tells the history of the people who fought in World War Two and the history of the fight for the ideals of freedom. Also in this museum is the Kimmel Theater, which plays a multi-media production on the legacy of the Constitution.
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology has founded a museum in the heart of University City and is among the finest Museums of Archeology in the world. The museum offers artifacts from ancient Egypt, antiquity and other periods in world history that are proudly displayed in this museum. The key exhibit is the Egyptian Sphinx, which weighs approximately 12 tons and is over 3,200 years old.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art contains pieces of art from artists like Van Gogh, Degas, Cezzane and others. The museum is a pinnacle of cultural arts with permanent exhibits and exhibitions that come in every year. Also a treat is a reconstructed Hindu Temple brought back from India. Medieval armor is also displayed here in a spot of illustriousness along with paintings of nineteenth century Impressionists. All the artworks in the museum's collection are easily worth seeing for people visiting Philadelphia.
Eastern State Penitentiary
With its old Gothic atmosphere and almost absolutely crumbled interiors, the Eastern State Jail has a long and sordid history. Back in the early nineteenth century the belief in reformation was popular notably by Quakers that resided around Philadelphia at tha
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology has founded a museum in the heart of University City and is among the finest Museums of Archeology in the world. The museum offers artifacts from ancient Egypt, antiquity and other periods in world history that are proudly displayed in this museum. The key exhibit is the Egyptian Sphinx, which weighs approximately 12 tons and is over 3,200 years old.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art contains pieces of art from artists like Van Gogh, Degas, Cezzane and others. The museum is a pinnacle of cultural arts with permanent exhibits and exhibitions that come in every year. Also a treat is a reconstructed Hindu Temple brought back from India. Medieval armor is also displayed here in a spot of illustriousness along with paintings of nineteenth century Impressionists. All the artworks in the museum's collection are easily worth seeing for people visiting Philadelphia.
Eastern State Penitentiary
With its old Gothic atmosphere and almost absolutely crumbled interiors, the Eastern State Jail has a long and sordid history. Back in the early nineteenth century the belief in reformation was popular notably by Quakers that resided around Philadelphia at tha
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology has founded a museum in the heart of University City and is among the finest Museums of Archeology in the world. The museum offers artifacts from ancient Egypt, antiquity and other periods in world history that are proudly displayed in this museum. The key exhibit is the Egyptian Sphinx, which weighs approximately 12 tons and is over 3,200 years old.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art contains pieces of art from artists like Van Gogh, Degas, Cezzane and others. The museum is a pinnacle of cultural arts with permanent exhibits and exhibitions that come in every year. Also a treat is a reconstructed Hindu Temple brought back from India. Medieval armor is also displayed here in a spot of illustriousness along with paintings of nineteenth century Impressionists. All the artworks in the museum's collection are easily worth seeing for people visiting Philadelphia.
Eastern State Penitentiary
With its old Gothic atmosphere and almost absolutely crumbled interiors, the Eastern State Jail has a long and sordid history. Back in the early nineteenth century the belief in reformation was popular notably by Quakers that resided around Philadelphia at that era. Nonetheless the results of the near isolation and repeated work schedules it turned into a breeding ground for insanity. By the twentieth century it had become a place of incarceration for criminals like Al Capone. After being shut down, increasing rumors surfaced the eleven acre site is haunted. Guided tours are available now, with a focus on the paranormal.
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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art contains pieces of art from artists like Van Gogh, Degas, Cezzane and others. The museum is a pinnacle of cultural arts with permanent exhibits and exhibitions that come in every year. Also a treat is a reconstructed Hindu Temple brought back from India. Medieval armor is also displayed here in a spot of illustriousness along with paintings of nineteenth century Impressionists. All the artworks in the museum's collection are easily worth seeing for people visiting Philadelphia.
Eastern State Penitentiary
With its old Gothic atmosphere and almost absolutely crumbled interiors, the Eastern State Jail has a long and sordid history. Back in the early nineteenth century the belief in reformation was popular notably by Quakers that resided around Philadelphia at that era. Nonetheless the results of the near isolation and repeated work schedules it turned into a breeding ground for insanity. By the twentieth century it had become a place of incarceration for criminals like Al Capone. After being shut down, increasing rumors surfaced the eleven acre site is haunted. Guided tours are available now, with a focus on the paranormal.
About the Author:
Helen Georgette has had an interest in Philadelphia museums for several years. She has written op-eds and editorial pieces for many online publications that can be located here.