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It’s no secret that Philly is home to some amazing museums, but don’t overlook the burbs. There are just as many treasures to explore outside the city limits - and SEPTA can take you to see it all. Even better? Some museum offer discounted admission to SEPTA riders, which will make you feel twice as smart after your visit.

Penn Museum, photo courtesy of Penn Museum

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The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute

Everything’s clicking into place. Returning to The Franklin Institute for the first time since 2015, The Art of the Brick displays more than 100 works all made completely of LEGO — from recreations of masterworks like Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa to original works of LEGO sculpture, including a 20-foot-long T. rex dinosaur skeleton and many pieces that are just plain fun. Every sculpture in the hugely impressive display is the handiwork of contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya, the first artist ever to create an exhibition solely of LEGO art. This exhibit is here until 9/2. Leave the driving to SEPTA. Short walk from Suburban Station, hop Bus Routes 7, 33, 38, 48 or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 or 36.

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Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent

Museum of the American Revolution

The Museum of the American Revolution celebrates the often-unsung women of American history with a slate of special programming, including pop-up art-making activities and screenings of theatrical performances telling the life stories of women like Elizabeth Freeman, an enslaved woman who sued for her freedom (and won) and Rebecca VanDike, one of the earliest women to ever vote in America. Don’t miss the museum’s newest exhibit Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent, which highlights the stories of several women who helped to shepherd the revolutionary relic through history, including George Washington’s wife Martha and her great-granddaughter and Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s wife, Mary Curtis Lee. Get there on SEPTA. Short walk from Jefferson Station or ride SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line to 5th Street/Independence Hall Station. Bus Routes 5, 9, 17, 21, 33, 38, 42, 44, 48, 57, and 121 also stop near the museum. Get $2 off admission when you flash your SEPTA Key card!

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Perks
Betsy Ross House
$1 OFF TICKETS

Tour this authentic 18th century home! The Betsy Ross House is dedicated to...

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Independence Seaport Museum
$2 off admission

Enjoy $2 off your Admission Ticket to the Independence Seaport Museum when...

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Penn Museum
$2 Off Admission

Safely globetrot through 10,000 years of history at the Penn Museum...

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Museum of the American Revolution
$2 OFF ADMISSION

The Museum of the American Revolution uncovers and shares compelling...

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Eastern State Penitentiary
$2 OFF ADULT DAYTIME MUSEUM ADMISSION

Get $2 off adult daytime museum admission at Eastern State Penitentiary...

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Michener Art Museum
$2 Off General Admission

The Michener Art Museum in Doylestown is home to a world-class collection...

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Philadelphia Museum of Art
$2 Off General Admission

$2 off up to four (4) Adult General Admission tickets when you present your...

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Academy of Natural Sciences
$4 Off General Admission

At the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University - come face-to-face...

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