Program
Science on Tap Philadelphia
A monthly talk series for adults curious about science, history and the natural world, run by a group of Philadelphia museums. Talks take place on a Monday evening at a bar and restaurant in Old City, and the series aims for a lively feel rather than a classroom lecture.
- Low cost
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What they do
Come listen to a speaker on one topic for about an hour, then mix with the crowd afterward.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
- Who is there
- Adults of any age
When and where
Monthly talk on the second Monday of the month, starting at 6 pm.
- Days
- Monday
- Times
- Evening
National Mechanics bar and restaurant, Old City
- Neighborhood
- Old City
- Part of the city
- Central
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: Come to a monthly talk on the second Monday, or write to the series email with questions first..
You can just show up.
What to expect
Expect one expert talking about one topic, usually for about an hour, then time to mix with the crowd. The site says events usually draw about 100 people. Admission is free or low cost, and the site does not print a price for each talk.
Tips for your first visit
- Check the events page for the venue before you go, since special editions can move. The August 2026 talk was held at Benjamin Franklin Hall.
- Arrive a little early, since events usually draw about 100 people.
- The site does not describe step-free access, so email the series ahead of time with any access questions.
Newcomer welcome
Fine for newcomers, but you may need to speak up (3 out of 5). Why we say this: Talks are open to the public and need no membership. The site describes welcoming, accessible programming, but has no beginner program..
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Low cost. The series site describes its events as free or low cost. Per-event prices are not listed.
- How often
- Drop in whenever you like
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: scienceontapphilly.com Source: scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026
- Email: scienceontapphilly@gmail.com Source: scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026
- Social media: Facebook, Instagram Source: scienceontapphilly.com
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last seen active
- September 2026 (See the evidence)
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Active
- Our confidence in this listing
- High
- scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Schedule, Status, Last sign of life, Location, First visit tips
- scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, Cost, Location, Contacts, Summary, Audience
- whyy.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Audience
- scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Audience
- scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step
- scienceontapphilly.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Location, First visit tips
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