All Summer
Once Upon a Nation
America’s history comes alive thanks to Once Upon a Nation, running themed adventure tours, twilight to-dos and storytelling sessions in the Historic District and Valley Forge National Historical Park beginning Memorial Day weekend. Later in the summer, Once Upon a Nation celebrates a new chapter for historic Franklin Square, one of the city’s original William Penn-planned parks. The redeveloped square features a Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, a miniature golf course, two playgrounds, craft demonstrations, concessions and a renovated fountain. 500 Arch Street
(800) 537-7676
All Summer
Philadelphia Zoo, Bank of America Big Cat Falls
The highly anticipated pride of the Philadelphia Zoo, Bank of America Big Cat Falls, home to felines from around the world, will open to the public on May 25, 2006. Designed in conjunction with two new international conservation projects, the lush new exhibition features waterfalls, pools, authentic plantings and a simulated research station for aspiring zoologists. Lions, leopards, jaguars, pumas, tigers and seven new cubs will be the star attractions. 3400 W. Girard Avenue
(215) 243-1100
All Summer
Sesame Place
Summer 2006 is all about Elmo, as Sesame Place, the nation’s only theme park based on the popular television show, unveils its all-new Elmo’s World area. The 21,000-square-foot space will encourage imagination with three rides inspired by the lovable red guy: Flyin’ Fish, in which kids hop on the fin of a fish; Peek-A-Bug, where they can wiggle through a garden of giggles; and Blast Off, taking them on a ride into space. The fun kicks off on May 6, 2006. 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne
(215) 752-7070
Through June 3, 2006
Hansel And Gretel
The Storybook Musical Theatre presents the tale of a sister and brother who are sent into the woods by their parents to find food but accidentally stumble upon an enchanted, gingerbread house occupied by a witch.
(215) 659-8550
Through June 4, 2006
Devon Horse Show And Country Fair
The country’s oldest and largest event of its kind features contests, exhibitions and an old-fashioned fair at the Devon Show Grounds.
(610) 964-0550
Through June 11, 2006
Some Men
Philadelphia Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Terrence McNally’s play about what it meant to be a gay American male over the course of the last century.
(215) 985-0420
Through June 25, 2006
The Man From Nebraska
Ken Carpenter leaves everything in search of a future he can’t even imagine. His journey leads him into new territories in this thoughtful and resonant story about finding yourself at the People’s Light and Theatre.
(610) 644-3500
Through June 30, 2006
Benjamin Franklin: Catch The Lightning
The Free Library of Philadelphia offers children’s print works, including 19th-century Franklin biographies, finely illustrated 20th-century books and today’s most recent children’s literature on Franklin.
(215) 686-5322
Through July 9, 2006
Godspell
The Walnut Street Theatre brings a spirited season finale with this uplifting musical of love, hope and optimism. Timeless songs include "Day By Day" and "Light of the World."
(215) 574-3550
Through July 16, 2006
Andrew Wyeth: Memory and Magic
This retrospective exhibition at The Philadelphia Museum of Art surveys seven decades of Andrew Wyeth’s achievements with 100 works.
(215) 684-7860
Through July 30, 2006
In Pursuit Of Genius: Jean-Antoine Houdon And The Sculpted Portraits Of Benjamin Franklin
This exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art displays some 30 works focusing on the museum’s own 1779 marble bust of Benjamin Franklin, considered the finest version of this familiar image of Franklin.
(215) 763-8100
Through August 20, 2006
Sports: Breaking Records, Breaking Barriers
Sports fans of all stripes will rally to see Sports: Breaking Records, Breaking Barriers, a traveling Smithsonian show on view at the National Constitution Center. Examining the role of sports and athletes in American life, the exhibition features fascinating memorabilia and historical artifacts like Abraham Lincoln’s handball, Michael Jordan’s basketball jersey and Gertrude Ederle’s English Channel swim goggles. 525 Arch Street
(215) 409-6600
Through September 2, 2006
Festival Of Fountains
Longwood Gardens showcases their spectacular illuminated fountains after dark on four special evenings throughout the summer.
(610) 388-1000
Through September 17, 2006
Bones: An Exhibit Inside You
This exhibition about skeletons teaches children about nutrition, bone strength and more in a recreated fitness center at The Academy of Natural Sciences.
(215) 299-1000, www.acnatsci.org
Through January 31, 2007
What To Wear Where 1890 To 1915
Visitors to Pennypacker Mills will learn why a woman would have worn a certain outfit for a particular occasion during this time period. The beautiful ball gown by famed fashion designer Charles Worth will also be on display.
(610) 287-9349
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