Wagner Free Institute of Science (Philadelphia, PA)
Celebrate Joseph Leidy, Philadelphia's favorite polymath, at the Wagner, Philadelphia's favorite hidden gem museum. Born in September 1823, Leidy was a celebrated teacher and innovator in many scientific fields. The Wagner is one of the best places in the city to experience Leidy's influence; he led the Institute from 1885 to 1891 and was a central force in advancing the Institute’s educational programs and expanding the collection into the systematic display visitors see today. Thanks in part to Leidy’s leadership, we still offer high-quality educational programs for all ages and our collection delights visitors year-round.
In his birth month, we are opening our doors to our neighborhood, students, educators, and everyone else to highlight Leidy's legacy and our past and present educational programs for all ages. This happy hour will feature light fare, alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments, and fun for all ages, including museum scavenger hunts, art activities, and displays of Leidy-related artifacts.
This event is free to enter. To partake in alcoholic libations, visitors 21 and over can purchase a wristband for $10 ($5 for Wagner members and students).