High School & College Students
Open today 10 am – 5 pm
Explore ancient artifacts, uncover stories of the past, and see how different cultures have shaped our world.
Whether you're a history buff, a science enthusiast, a museum nerd, or just curious about the world around you, there's something here for everyone. Learn from real archaeologists and anthropologists through exciting educational opportunities and internships, join us for special teen events, and learn about how you can get involved by working directly with museum professionals.
Teens (13-19) visit free Tuesday-Friday, 3:00-5:00 pm, and all day Saturday-Sunday. Walk up and mention birthdate, zip code, and the school you attend.
Explore what’s happening at the Penn Museum, including programs developed specifically for you.
View EventsIf you enjoy talking to people and sharing your love of history, consider becoming a Cartifacts volunteer. Lead conversations with visitors using touchable artifact reproductions and encourage them to ask questions. Email volunteer@pennmuseum.org to learn more.
The Penn Museum proudly hosts paid teen interns through the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) Program each summer. Interns work on an in-depth project directly with Museum departments like Exhibits, Education, and Marketing, gaining hands-on experience and participating in professional development and college readiness workshops.
For more information about the program and how to apply, visit the Bloomberg Arts Internship website.
Keep up to date on the upcoming opportunities and events for teens by signing up to receive email communications from the Penn Museum. Or you can email us at teens@pennmuseum.org or call 215.573.5309.
Our 2024 high school interns from the Bloomberg Arts Internship created short films inspired by the Ancient Food & Flavor exhibition. In partnership with Big Picture Alliance, they built filmmaking skills while exploring food, culture, and history.
The Teen Storytelling program is generously funded by PECO.
