Delaware County Institute of Science, Scientific museum in Media, Pennsylvania, US
The Delaware County Institute of Science displays natural history collections including mounted birds, animals, minerals, fossils, and Native American artifacts.
Five Quaker men established the Delaware County Institute of Science in 1833 with the mission to spread knowledge through a natural history museum and library.
The institute organizes monthly lectures from October through May, featuring experts who present scientific, technological, and ecological topics to the community.
Visitors can explore the museum on Thursdays between 10 AM and 1 PM, while members receive additional access through scheduled appointments.
The museum preserves the original plate blocks used to print Samuel Gordon's 1922 Mineralogy of Pennsylvania and specimens from 1800s mineral expeditions.
GPS coordinates: 39.91878,-75.39164
Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:12
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