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A historic science museum in Philadelphia is set to close, according to NPR reporting. The announcement ends the run of a longtime cultural and educational institution in the city. Details on the closure date and reasons have not been widely reported yet.
- 2Plan Threatens America's Oldest Natural History Museum●The Plan To Destroy America's Oldest Natural History Museum
A widely shared science video alleges there is a plan to destroy America's oldest natural history museum, examining what the proposal involves and what it would mean for the institution's collections and research. The piece has drawn large audiences, with viewers debating the museum's future and the risks posed to its historic specimens.
- 3Academy of Natural Sciences Highlights Its Living Research Legacy▼The Academy of Natural Sciences’ Living Legacy of Research and Discovery
The Academy of Natural Sciences, part of Drexel University in Philadelphia, is drawing attention to its ongoing legacy of research and discovery. The institution, one of the oldest natural science museums in the United States, continues to lead work in biodiversity, water quality and environmental science. Coverage emphasizes how its collections and scientists remain active contributors to global research today.
- 4Potsdam alumna now leads education at Senckenberg Museum●# KöpfeDerUP „Wir wollen dafür sorgen, dass wirklich alle teilhaben können“ 🗣️ Dr. Eva Roßmanith promovierte an der # Un
Dr. Eva Roßmanith, who earned her doctorate at the University of Potsdam and later worked at the Potsdam Graduate School, now heads the education and outreach division of the Senckenberg Natural History Museum. Speaking about her work, she says the aim is to ensure that everyone can genuinely take part in what the museum offers, highlighting the institution's focus on accessible science education.
- 5Gabriela González and Hank Green to headline museum fall science talks▼Blinding us with science: Gabriela González and Hank Green lead fall talks at Natural History Museum
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History has announced its fall speaker lineup, led by physicist Gabriela González, a key figure in the detection of gravitational waves, and science communicator Hank Green. The lecture series aims to bring major scientific topics to a general public audience, blending frontline research with accessible storytelling.
- 6Devon exhibition explores the cultural world of fungi●Can a mushroom make music? Devon exhibition explores ‘cultural world’ of fungi https://www. theguardian.com/science/2026
A new exhibition at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter, Devon, is examining the 'cultural world' of fungi, including whether mushrooms can make music. The show blends science and art, drawing attention to mushrooms' role in culture and creativity, with references to figures like Beatrix Potter, and is prompting discussion at the intersection of biology and design.
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Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing has broken ground on a new TECH space designed with input from teenagers. The expansion aims to give young visitors a hands-on environment for exploring technology, with the teen-driven design process drawing attention as an unusual way to shape a museum exhibit.
- 8Tokyo's Miraikan science museum closes for renovation●It closes tomorrow for renovation and I would say that it needs it. Yet, I am glad I went and got to see it… in particul
The Miraikan, Japan's National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation in Tokyo, is closing for renovation. A visitor noted the museum clearly needed the work but said they were glad to have seen its signature exhibit beforehand: the Geo-Cosmos, a large LED globe that displays the Earth shining in space with high pixel resolution.
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The Science Museum has presented a demonstration explaining how seeds travel, showing visitors the different methods plants use to spread, such as wind, water and animals. The segment, covered by WDBJ7, highlights the museum's hands-on science education programming. It offers families and students a simple look at plant biology and dispersal in nature.
- 10Mid America Science Museum prepares for Toothapalooza event●Mid America Science Museum talks about their upcoming Toothapalooza
The Mid America Science Museum in Arkansas is promoting Toothapalooza, an upcoming event centered on teeth, featured in a local KATV news segment. Museum representatives discussed what visitors can expect from the family-friendly programming. Details about the exact date and activities remain limited in the available coverage.
- 11Buffalo Museum of Science Opens Sports-Themed Exhibit▼New: Part Sports, Part Science, and All Hometown Pride —Experience The Buffalo Museum of Science’s Latest Exhibit
The Buffalo Museum of Science has launched a new exhibit blending sports and science with local pride. Announced by Buffalo outlet Step Out Buffalo, the exhibit explores the science behind athletics while celebrating the city's sports culture. Little further detail is available about the exhibit's contents, opening date, or featured displays at this time.
- 12Liberty Science Center breaks ground on $40m Project Supernova▼Liberty Science Center breaks ground on US$40m Project Supernova transformation
Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey, has broken ground on Project Supernova, a US$40 million transformation of the museum. The project marks a major investment in the science center's facilities and visitor experience, with details of the expansion drawing attention from the attractions and science education sectors.
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The Mineral & Gem Museum is running a program called Stellar Science, reported by The Conway Daily Sun in the Conway, New Hampshire area. Details of the event, its date, and what it involves were not provided in the available reporting. The museum is known for its mineral and gem collections and educational outreach.
- 14Academy of Natural Sciences closes after nearly 200 years●‘Irreplaceable’: Academy of Natural Sciences shutters doors after nearly 200 years
The Academy of Natural Sciences, one of the oldest natural history museums in the United States, has shut its doors after operating for nearly two centuries. Local coverage describes the institution as 'irreplaceable', reflecting sadness at the loss of a landmark that drew generations of visitors and researchers. Details on the reasons for the closure and the fate of its collections were not provided in the reporting available.
- 15Devon exhibition explores the cultural world of fungi●Can a mushroom make music? Devon exhibition explores 'cultural world' of fungi https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/
An exhibition in Exeter, Devon, is examining whether mushrooms can make music, exploring the 'cultural world' of fungi through art and science. The show, titled Living Labyrinths at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, invites visitors to consider fungi beyond biology, as creative and cultural subjects. People are sharing the story as an unusual example of art and mycology intersecting.