Exhibits & Experiences Imagen Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition Play your way through eight themed galleries, where 100 original artifacts bring each experience to life. From authentic costumes and iconic props to early concept models, experience the creativity, artistry, and innovation behind Universal’s most epic attractions. Imagen Wondrous Space Journey through the cosmos as you explore this immersive, multisensory, two-story exhibit designed to inspire an excitement for space science. Imagen Body Odyssey Curiosity meets discovery in a new exhibit surrounding the iconic Giant Heart. A journey through the human body in a quest to achieve balance in life and well-being. Imagen Hamilton Collections Gallery Surrounding the Baldwin 60000, guests will discover a treasure trove of rare artifacts meticulously curated from The Franklin Institute's collections. Imagen Your Brain Think about how you think when you explore Your Brain. What is the brain? How does it work? Imagen SportsZone Hit the turf and experience how sports connect the science of the human body, laws of motion, and technical innovation. Members Save More!Ready to unlock exclusive benefits, special events, and year-round access? Support our mission and experience more with a membership today. Become a Member Imagen Sir Isaac's Loft Enter the playground of experimentation and discover falling objects, chain reactions, and optical illusions that bring Newton's laws to life. Imagen Amazing Machine Explore the amazing world of machines! You’ll be amazed at the similarities between the machines from our collection and the ones you use every day. Imagen Brick Play Space Pop-Up Click, snap, and stack LEGO bricks at three interactive stations! Create LEGO graffiti, build a race car, and follow fun blueprints. Imagen Benjamin Franklin Memorial The Benjamin Franklin National Memorial features a dramatic 20-foot-high marble statue of Benjamin Franklin sculpted by James Earle Fraser. Imagen The Holt & Miller Observatory The Holt & Miller Observatory houses the 10” Carl Zeiss Refracting Telescope, one of the largest historical artifacts in the museum's collection. Imagen Daily Live Science Demonstrations Experience the thrill of live science as our science performers bring scientific concepts to life through captivating demonstrations and interactive experiments. Imagen Fels Planetarium Explore the night sky with cutting-edge astronomical presentations in the awe-inspiring Fels Planetarium, presented by PNC Bank. Imagen Seasonal Events Step into a world of discovery at The Franklin Institute, where every season brings new adventures for the whole family! Imagen Science After Hours Science After Hours is an evening event series exclusively for adults ages 21+, featuring experiments, demonstrations, games, and engaging science curated in collaboration with cultural organizations across the city.
Imagen Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition Play your way through eight themed galleries, where 100 original artifacts bring each experience to life. From authentic costumes and iconic props to early concept models, experience the creativity, artistry, and innovation behind Universal’s most epic attractions.
Imagen Wondrous Space Journey through the cosmos as you explore this immersive, multisensory, two-story exhibit designed to inspire an excitement for space science.
Imagen Body Odyssey Curiosity meets discovery in a new exhibit surrounding the iconic Giant Heart. A journey through the human body in a quest to achieve balance in life and well-being.
Imagen Hamilton Collections Gallery Surrounding the Baldwin 60000, guests will discover a treasure trove of rare artifacts meticulously curated from The Franklin Institute's collections.
Imagen Your Brain Think about how you think when you explore Your Brain. What is the brain? How does it work?
Imagen SportsZone Hit the turf and experience how sports connect the science of the human body, laws of motion, and technical innovation.
Imagen Sir Isaac's Loft Enter the playground of experimentation and discover falling objects, chain reactions, and optical illusions that bring Newton's laws to life.
Imagen Amazing Machine Explore the amazing world of machines! You’ll be amazed at the similarities between the machines from our collection and the ones you use every day.
Imagen Brick Play Space Pop-Up Click, snap, and stack LEGO bricks at three interactive stations! Create LEGO graffiti, build a race car, and follow fun blueprints.
Imagen Benjamin Franklin Memorial The Benjamin Franklin National Memorial features a dramatic 20-foot-high marble statue of Benjamin Franklin sculpted by James Earle Fraser.
Imagen The Holt & Miller Observatory The Holt & Miller Observatory houses the 10” Carl Zeiss Refracting Telescope, one of the largest historical artifacts in the museum's collection.
Imagen Daily Live Science Demonstrations Experience the thrill of live science as our science performers bring scientific concepts to life through captivating demonstrations and interactive experiments.
Imagen Fels Planetarium Explore the night sky with cutting-edge astronomical presentations in the awe-inspiring Fels Planetarium, presented by PNC Bank.
Imagen Seasonal Events Step into a world of discovery at The Franklin Institute, where every season brings new adventures for the whole family!
Imagen Science After Hours Science After Hours is an evening event series exclusively for adults ages 21+, featuring experiments, demonstrations, games, and engaging science curated in collaboration with cultural organizations across the city.