Events for September 7, 2014 - September 19, 2014

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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 & Minnows, Fathers & Fry

Lesson: Up, Down & Around - The Water Cycle 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 […]

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: A Rainbow of My Own 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, […]

River Reimagined

A land and water tour: Learn about Fairmount Water Works, Philadelphia's first tourist attraction, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along the historic river. After passing through the beautifully-landscaped South Garden, stroll along the 'Schuylkill Banks' to the Walnut Street dock and board a boat for a 1-hour narrated cruise. *Weather […]

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.