20th Annual Delaware Estuary Watershed Workshop: Urban Waters
This day will focus on the complete process of how we use water in the city. Tours may include the wastewater treatment plant as well as where the water is […]
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“Falling Waters: The Legacy of the Schuylkill Navigation”
Falling Waters: The Legacy of the Schuylkill Navigation A Culture & Conversation Exhibit by Sandy Sorlien On exhibit in our Media Room and stairwell until December 30, 2016, during regular hours. Closing Reception: Thursday December 29, 5:30-7 PM, Gallery Talk 6:15 About the Exhibit No human endeavor has had a greater influence on the Schuylkill River […]
“Falling Waters: The Legacy of the Schuylkill Navigation” (Reception)
Falling Waters: The Legacy of the Schuylkill Navigation A Culture & Conversation Exhibit by Sandy Sorlien On exhibit in our Media Room and stairwell until December 30, 2016, during regular hours. Closing Reception: Thursday December 29, 5:30-7 PM, Gallery Talk 6:15 About the Exhibit No human endeavor has had a greater influence on the Schuylkill River […]
Fracking: Up Close and Personal Eye Witness Report from Dimock, PA
Join the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (Greater Philadelphia Branch) as local residents discuss how their communities have been affected by fracking. Also hear about the important work of local environmental organizations. This event is open to the public. Click here for the event flyer.
A Closer Look at Diatoms
Come visit the Fairmount Water Works during our Sunday operating hours for a self-guided version of "Diatoms: Jewels of the River". Through a lens, view these colorful and wonderfully complex hidden algae...
A Walk Along the Parkway
Philadelphia's Parkway references the most beautiful cities of Old Europe. Discover the magnificent buildings along Philadelphia’s own Champs-Élysées and what lies beneath them. Start at the Fairmount Water Works, where […]
Behind the Scenes Tour of the Fairmount Water Works
Eye-level with the Schuylkill, you’ll walk the same underground paths as a royal family and Olympic swimmers during a behind-the-scenes look at one of Philadelphia’s first tourist destinations. Hear about this landmark that pioneered engineering, tourism, and environmental awareness in Philadelphia. This is a hard-hat tour, and may not be accessible for all of our visitors. […]
Fairmount Water Works: Inside & Out
Tour the Fairmount Water Works – a National Historic Landmark, Civil Engineering Landmark, and National Mechanical Engineering Landmark – beginning outdoors on the grounds (weather permitting). FWW’s tour guide extraordinaire, Ken Hinde, will then take you inside the Revival buildings for a journey into today’s interpretive center, connecting the Water Works’ past and present purpose. Attendees also […]