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Academy of Natural Sciences to close museum after nearly two centuries

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 9:28PM

Academy of Natural Sciences to close museum after nearly two centuries

The Academy of Natural Sciences will close its Parkway museum at the end of the month, ending a nearly 200-year run as a destination for generations of visitors.

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