Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a National Landmark, natural history museum and educational institution that fosters an understanding of contemporary science and the history of science through free programs. Founded in 1855, the Wagner serves 36,000+ people each year through its museum, library and extensive educational programs. The Wagner Free Institute is committed to providing free public education in the natural sciences. It fulfills this mission by offering adult education courses and children’s lessons and programs; by maintaining a natural history museum open to the public; and by providing public tours, special seminars and symposia. In keeping with the Institute’s Articles of Incorporation, all programs are offered free of charge. The Wagner also maintains natural history specimens available for scientific study, and a library and archive for scholarly research. As a National Historic Landmark, the Institute is committed to the preservation of its historic building and collections and to providing education in the history and development of science in America. https://www.wagnerfreeinstitute.org/