Secrets of the Diorama

The Academy of Natural Sciences is known for its stunning, lifelike dioramas filled with animals and plants from around the world. Secrets of the Diorama, a new, permanent exhibit created by the Academy's Exhibits Department, provides surprising answers to frequently asked questions about whether the animals are real and what's inside of them. The exhibit provides insight into the detailed fieldwork, painstaking taxidermy and artistry required to bring a diorama to life. Touchable plants, rocks and animal body parts add to the experience.