Science
Carnegie Museum of Natural History Dig for fossils, admire an extensive collection of gems and crystals, or walk among Allosaurus, Stegosaurus, and T. Rex fossils in recreations of their natural environments. Watch paleontologists at work at the PaleoLab. 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA; +1 412 622 3131. Fee.
Carnegie Science Center Check out a demonstration at the kitchen theater to learn how chemistry, physics, and biology come together in your favorite dishes. Board a WWII submarine; discover what it takes to erect a green building; break a sweat and learn about the science of sports at SportsWorks. One Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh, PA; +1 412 237 3400. Fee.
Da Vinci Science Center Ride a GyroSphere, a device similar to a NASA training machine that helps astronauts train for weightlessness. Learn how the on-site wind turbine works, and view images of the Orion Nebula taken by the Hubble telescope at this hands-on science museum. 3145 Hamilton Blvd. Bypass, Allentown, PA; +1 484 664 1002. Fee.
Franklin Institute Science Museum Tour the giant walk-through heart, space command center, and sports challenge; dodge the Bowling Ball of Doom in Sir Isaac's Loft; check out the air show, train factory, IMAX theater, and planetarium. 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia, PA; +1 215 448 1200. Fee.
Mütter Museum Marvel at the more than 20,000 science-related objects in this collection, including medical instruments, photographs, drawings, and anatomical models, including a plaster cast of Siamese twins, Chang and Eng's torso, and the tallest skeleton on display in North America. Stroll through the medicinal plant garden to learn how over 50 different types of herbs are used in healing. 19 S. 22nd St., Philadelphia, PA; +1 215 563 3737. Fee.
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts Enjoy the intersection of science and the arts as you watch a performance that combines education and entertainment. Learn about biology, physics, and chemistry as you walk through the exhibit halls. 222 Market St., Harrisburg, PA; +1 717 214 ARTS. Fee.
