Six 2008-2009 Travelogue Films

It’s more than a movie!

Meet the filmmakers and hear firsthand accounts of their adventures. Get in-depth views of unique places and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Meet them after the show and enjoy knowing some of the most seasoned travelers on the globe.

Season Opening Bavaria Film on October 1

(in conjunction with our Oktoberfest Celebration)

Five remaining Travelogue Films

Performances:

2:00 and 7:30 PM

Programs are approximately two hours long.

Ticket Orders:
Order Online, Print a Mail Order Form, or call 610–649–5220.

Location and Transportation

The Academy of Natural Sciences is on Logan Circle at 19th St. and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, next to the Four Seasons Hotel. It is a short walk from Rittenhouse Square and Suburban Station. The Center City PHLASH bus and SEPTA routes 32, 33, 38 and 76 serve Logan Circle. Driving times are about 20 minutes from Bryn Mawr, Chestnut Hill, or Haddonfield to the nearby Vine St. Expressway exit.

The Racquet Club is on 16th St. between Walnut and Locust Streets, near numerous public transit routes.

Excellent Parking

There is ample street meter parking in the Parkway area – many allow 3 to 12 hours. After 5:00 PM, meters are free on Wednesdays (except on posted rush hour streets, where they are free after 6:30). Adjacent lots and garages have reduced evening rates. Series members will receive a Parking/Dining Map showing these parking locations and information on area restaurants.

For The Racquet Club area many parking garages, plus street meters, are available. After 5:00 PM, meters are free on Wednesdays (except on posted rush hour streets, where they are free after 6:30). The garage across 16th St. has a special $10 rate (any time) if you pay at the Racquet Club. The entrance is on the 1600 block of Chancellor St. which is one-way eastbound. To enter, drive down 17th St. and turn left onto Chancellor (1/2 block below Walnut). The large garage is on the right.

Convenient Dining Before the Show

Restaurants near the Academy of Natural Sciences include Asia on the Parkway, the Four Seasons Hotel, TGI Friday’s, Peacock on the Parkway, Mace’s Crossing, Mexican Post, Public House, Mission Grill, and Aya’s Cafe. The Academy’s Ecology Cafe is open for lunch – show your film ticket for a 10% discount in the Cafe.

The Racquet Club is located in the Center City Restaurant District.

In the lobby, you are invited to:

• Meet the speakers.
• Get to know other audience members and trade travel experiences.
• Enjoy complimentary candy.
• Learn more about the program destination from maps and posters.
• Check the Society bulletin boards for upcoming programs and activities.
• Buy a video or DVD of the program (available for most films).