Minggu, 08 September 2013

Enjoying Philadelphia Museums

By Helen Georgette


Philadelphia has for some time been a beacon of culture and commerce in the US for over two-hundred years. Presently it celebrates its history with museums and attractions for all the family to enjoy. With an array of landmarks in Philadelphia having been a center point of American history, museums in Philadelphia continue to make a contribution to the historic culture and fine arts in Philadelphia.

The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute, this great place has put on exhibit both the natural and technology sciences in our world for over the past five-hundred years. At this time, the Institute is showing exhibitions pertaining to science in popular culture including forensic sciences at its exhibition. Mummies are presently on display at the institute, on loan from other museums. Mummies are always a fun and mysterious experience for children who would like to learn about ancient Egypt. IMAX productions can also be enjoyed at The Franklin Institute for the entertainment of the general public. The Franklin Institute is probably one of the top museums in Philadelphia.

National Constitution Center Museum

The National Constitution Center is unique among Philadelphia museums, and is unique in the world in that it is focused on the US Constitution. Other exhibits include documents and devices from the International Spy Museum about the battle of keeping civil liberties. Another exhibit tells the tale of the people who fought in World War II and the legacy of the fight for the ideals of freedom. Also in this museum is the Kimmel Theater, which plays a multi-media production on the history of the Constitution.

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology & Anthropology has founded a museum in the center of University City and is among the finest Museums of Archeology internationally. There are artifacts from ancient Egypt, antiquity and other periods in world history that are proudly displayed in this museum. The key focus is the Egyptian Sphinx, which weighs around 12 tons and is over 3200 years of age.

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Philadelphia Museum of Art contains artworks from artists like Degas, Van Gogh, Cezzane and others. The museum is an apex of cultural arts with permanent exhibitions and exhibits that come in every year. Also a treat is a reconstructed Hindu Temple meticulously transported from India. Medieval armour is also displayed here in a spot of illustriousness with paintings of nineteenth century Impressionists. All the artworks in the museum's collection are well worth seeing for people visiting Philadelphia.

Eastern State Penitentiary

With its old Gothic design and almost utterly ruined interiors, the Eastern State Jail has a long and sordid history. Back in the early nineteenth century the belief in reformation was in favour particularly by the Quakers that resided near Philadelphia at that period in time. Nonetheless the result of the near isolation and continual work schedules it changed into a breeding ground for stupidity. By the 20th century Eastern State had become a penitentiary for wise guys like Al Capone. After being shut down, rumors began that the 11 acre site is haunted. Specialty tours are currently available, with an emphasis on the paranormal.




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