Events for October 2, 2016 - August 28, 2016

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Pop-Up Activity: Seeing is Believing

Spy on tiny organisms that live in the river. You won't believe what you see - one simple drop is teaming with life aquatic.

Fairmount Water Works Inside and Out

Learn about the Water Works' architecture. Then head inside for a guided orientation to the "Water in our World" exhibit including a 15-minute film about the building's important role in Philadelphia's history. FREE

Science Saturday: Life Through the Lens

Ever wondered what kind of life there may be in the Schuylkill River? What about on the microscopic level? The Schuylkill River is home to a variety of life, both large and small! Join us at the Fairmount Water Works as we use microscopes to spy on these tiny organisms. View samples of river water […]

Milling Around

Eye-level with the Schuylkill, get a behind-the-scenes look at Philadelphia's first tourist destination. Be the first to hear about the future expansion of the landmark that pioneered engineering, tourism, and environmental awareness in Philadelphia.

A Walk in the Park-way

Put on your walking shoes and discover the magnificent buildings along Philadelphia’s own Champs-Élysées – and what lies beneath them. Start at the Fairmount Water Works, where wheels once pumped the city’s drinking water, then embark on a mile-long stroll down the picturesque path from Fairmount Park to Logan Square, and back again. Tickets: fwwicwalkintheparkway.eventbrite.com

Mommies & Minnow, Fathers & Fry

Lesson: Drink Up! - Water Hydration Plunge into fun! Join us at the Water Works, where parents and their pre-schoolers (ages 3-5) can learn all about water! Bring your child every Wednesday morning from July 17 - August 24 (10:30am - 11:30am) to splash around and discover new things about water through interactive storytelling, songs, […]

Pop-Up Activity: Seeing is Believing

Spy on tiny organisms that live in the river. You won't believe what you see - one simple drop is teaming with life aquatic.

Fairmount Water Works Inside and Out

Learn about the Water Works' architecture. Then head inside for a guided orientation to the "Water in our World" exhibit including a 15-minute film about the building's important role in Philadelphia's history. FREE

Science Saturday: Waterfowl

Find out what makes theSchulykill river an ideal hangout for our winged friends like the Redtail Hawk, Bufllehead Duck, and the House Sparrow. Sessions run every 30 minutes from 2pm - 4pm  

Milling Around

Eye-level with the Schuylkill, get a behind-the-scenes look at Philadelphia's first tourist destination. Be the first to hear about the future expansion of the landmark that pioneered engineering, tourism, and environmental awareness in Philadelphia. Register here.