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The remaining weeks of summer will find the Natural Philosopher bringing history and science together at the following locations:

Friday, August 5 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The "Fantastic Worlds Seminar" 18th century artist, naturalist and museum curator, Charles Willson Peale, will be at the National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center, 14th Street & Constitution Ave., N.W., Washington, DC.

Tuesday, August 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The 18th century electrician Ebenezer Kinnersley will demonstrate things your teachers recommend you "Don't Try This at Home" during Science After Hours at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. As with the July 12 program, this is a ticketed event and you must be age 21 or over to attend. Click here for information about purchasing tickets on line or call the Institute at 215-448-1200.

Friday, August 26 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

18th century balloonist, John Jeffries, will participate in the Fantastic Worlds Seminar at the National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center, 14th Street & Constitution Ave., N.W., Washington, DC.


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