The Franklin Institute is open November 22-23. Road closures around the museum may impact your travel; please plan for extra travel time.
Events Calendar
This holiday season, give yourself or someone you love the gift of science learning. Become a member by December 1 and enjoy an exclusive 20% off select membership tiers with promo code CYBERMON25.
Enjoy live science demonstrations, visit the reaches of space in the Fels Planetarium shows, and open observatory viewing all weekend long. Don’t miss your chance to win a special prize at randomly selected live science demonstration in the PECO Demonstration Theater all weekend long!
Enjoy live science demonstrations, visit the reaches of space in the Fels Planetarium shows, and open observatory viewing all weekend long. Don’t miss your chance to win a special prize at randomly selected live science demonstration in the PECO Demonstration Theater all weekend long!
Enjoy live science demonstrations, visit the reaches of space in the Fels Planetarium shows, and open observatory viewing all weekend long. Don’t miss your chance to win a special prize at randomly selected live science demonstration in the PECO Demonstration Theater all weekend long!
It’s a celebration of cosmic proportions, and you’re all invited! Sip craft cocktails from local distilleries, enjoy rooftop stargazing by telescope, mesmerizing Planetarium shows, hands-on science demonstrations, live music, and more. It’s a night of history, taste, and wonder — all in honor of Repeal Day.
SOLD OUT! Join us for a full day of family friendly exclusive programming, hands-on activities, refreshments and live science shows – all for members only.
Join us for Science Connections Day, where partners from the scientific community help us celebrate science discovery, innovation, and community at the museum. Explore interactive exhibits, engage in hands-on experiments, and meet local scientists.
Sensory-Friendly Day provides a comfortable environment for kids and adults with a variety of sensory differences. TFI’s trained staff and volunteers will be ready to help, answer questions, and share science with you!
Celebrate the season with science! Step into the festive Creation Station to build and play, catch the all-new Planetarium show “Reason for the Seasons,” and enjoy holiday-themed twists on favorite Live Science Shows about snow, lights, and warmth.
Celebrate the season with science! Step into the festive Creation Station to build and play, catch the all-new Planetarium show “Reason for the Seasons,” and enjoy holiday-themed twists on favorite Live Science Shows about snow, lights, and warmth.
Celebrate the season with science! Step into the festive Creation Station to build and play, catch the all-new Planetarium show “Reason for the Seasons,” and enjoy holiday-themed twists on favorite Live Science Shows about snow, lights, and warmth.
Celebrate the season with science! Step into the festive Creation Station to build and play, catch the all-new Planetarium show “Reason for the Seasons,” and enjoy holiday-themed twists on favorite Live Science Shows about snow, lights, and warmth.