Come visit the Interpretive Center!
Video created by 2023 AWE Fellow Hannah Powell for her Capstone project.
The Interpretive Center became PWD’s environmental education center in 2003, welcoming more than 575,000 visitors to date.
Learn about the Water Works’ noteworthy beginnings in the early 19th century as Philadelphia’s water pumping station for residents, business and factories:
THE WATER WE WANT
Promoting and caring for our water heritage
Youth Prize Contest – 6th Edition (2024-25)
The Youth Prize Contest The Water We Want (TWWW) aims at exploring our multifaceted water legacies – natural and cultural, tangible and intangible – from the perspective of young people.
Any school or teacher interested in participating must:
- Contact us or another member of the Global Network. You can find a full list of WAMU-NET members here: watermuseums.net/network/.
- Engage students in educational activities focusing on freshwater-related issues and produce original drawings, videos, and other media.
- Submit the work to FWWIC or any institution affiliated with WAMU-NET by 26 April 2025.
For more information CLICK HERE.
CONFLUENCE
4th Annual Fine Art Spring Exhibition
PLEASE JOIN US!
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
4:30pm to 6:30PM
Wine, Beer and Refreshments
A catered light fare will be available.
RSVP by April 25th
Loving Landmarks 2.0
Upcoming Events
CITY HOLIDAY-BUILDING CLOSED
LOVING LANDMARKS 2.0: Philadelphia’s Leading Water and Heritage Site
POP-UP: BIOMIMICRY
CONFLUENCE: 4th Annual Special Fine Art Exhibition Preview Reception
Curator-Led Tour of CONFLUENCE
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Freshwater Mussel Activity Kits: Available to borrow for your classroom!
