Sensory-Friendly Day

Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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!

Featured Programming:

The museum will be open 30 minutes early for a more comfortable environment.
Adjustments to our newest exhibits, Wondrous Space and Body Odyssey, that will provide a more welcoming experience.
Two sensory-friendly viewings of The Sky Tonight (9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.).
A quiet and set-apart cool down space.
Chat with representatives from the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, ABA Centers of Pennsylvania, The Center for Autism Research at CHOP, and TFI’s Accessibility Partner TechOwl.

Space is limited.

If you are interested in learning more about securing accessibility tickets for this event, please call 215-448-1200.

If you are a member of The Franklin Institute, please reserve your tickets in the Membership Portal.

Sensory Friendly Day is Underwritten by The Weiner Family Foundation.