Spend The Night At The Academy of Natural Sciences Museum In Pennsylvania

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Do you ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? What happens after the crowds have gone home? Well, you can find out for yourself when you spend the night at this extraordinary museum in Pennsylvania. That’s right. Plop your sleeping bag down next to the dinosaur or tiger exhibit before you begin an action-packed evening of family-friendly activities.

Spend a night at the museum for an unforgettable adventure that promises plenty of thrills and maybe even a few chills. (Think: coming face-to-face with a tarantula, perhaps.)

The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University's A Night in the Museum provides a unique opportunity for kids between six and 14 and *their* parents to explore the museum after business hours.

So, gather your sleeping bag, pillow, and night clothes for your Night in the Museum.

The museum sleepover kicks off at 6:30 p.m. and runs until 9 a.m. the next morning.

Arrive at the museum between 6:30 and 7 p.m. the night of your sleepover. Then, get ready for an action-packed evening of exploration.

Explore the museum's many exhibits, including the dinosaurs and the glow room. Or, join other campers in making crafts.

Of course, the live animals who reside at the museum just might pop out for a special visit. The evening will also feature a before-bed snack, scavenger hunts, and self-guided flashlight tours.

Lights go out around 11 p.m. So, snuggle into your sleeping bag for dreams of dinosaurs, butterflies, and creepy crawly creatures.

Then, wake up refreshed at 7 a.m. for breakfast with other campers. Swap stories and get ready for your day exploring the museum.

The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University is located at 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Have you ever slept at this museum in Pennsylvania (or even another one)? Would you recommend it to others? Let us know in the comments. Then, click here to read about another unique spot to spend the night. (Hint: It features sand beneath your sleeping bag.)

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