Story Posted April 24, 2009 Share Posted April 24, 2009 The 7,000-square-foot exhibit, which coincides with the International Year of Astronomy, also features a dazzling array of 16th- and 17th-century scientific instruments from the institute's collection. Scattered through the exhibits are also oil paintings of members of the Medici family, a powerful dynasty that was famous for its patronage of arts and science, including the work of Galileo. http://www.pennlive.com/entertainment/inde...ures_marve.html "Galileo, The Medici and the Age of Astronomy," through Sept. 7, Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Cost: $20.75 adult; $19.75 seniors, students, military; $14 ages 4-11. Info: 877-834-8497 or www.fi.edu. Dances for nickels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silkie McDonough Posted April 24, 2009 Share Posted April 24, 2009 I have been looking forward to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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