The Franklin Institute will be closed on December 24 and December 25 in observance of the holidays.
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Body Odyssey
Embark on an immersive journey through the intricacies of the human body, exploring how its inner workings interact with the world around us to achieve balance in life and well-being.
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New Exhibit!
Hamilton Collections Gallery
A magnificent showcase of the museum’s collections, curated for public view on a scale never before seen in its 200-year history. At the heart of the gallery is the Baldwin 60000 Locomotive.
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Join, Renew or Gift!
Become A Member!
Join us for an exciting new era of science education, with free museum admission and exclusive perks to inspire discovery and exploration.
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Support Science Education!
Franklin Fund
In honor of our bicentennial, members of the Board of Trustees have given $100,000 to match up to an additional $100,000 in gifts donated to the Franklin Fund by December 31st.
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Live Science Shows
Experience the thrill of live science as our science performers bring scientific concepts to life through captivating demonstrations and interactive experiments.
Fels Planetarium
Whether you’re learning about the constellations in our night sky tonight or traveling to the inner reaches of the human body or the outer reaches of the solar system, a visit to the Fels Planetarium will be an experience that you won’t soon forget!
Creation Station
Dive into a colorful build and play zone filled with LEGO® bricks, Imagination Playground blocks, wooden KEVA planks, and Tinker Toys®. Open weekends in December!
Plan Your Visit
Admission to The Franklin Institute includes access to three floors of hands-on science exhibits and experiences.
222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Open Daily, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibits & Experiences
The Franklin Institute's Approach
Science Education
We help people understand science and technology in ways that empower them to make decisions about critical issues that affect their lives. We also participate in and advocate for the free exchange of evidence-based, peer-reviewed scientific research and ideas.
