The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute Most visited museum in PA—Igniting curiosity through hands-on science and innovation since 1824. ⚡
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A national leader in science education, igniting curiosity through hands-on exhibits and innovation since 1824.
⚡ Most visited museum in Pennsylvania
🫀 Home of the Giant Heart

05/29/2026

Did you know The Franklin Institute transforms in more ways than one?

Mornings are filled with guests exploring hands-on science exhibits, and by the evening, those same iconic spaces transform into something entirely different—elegant corporate events, unforgettable galas, and beautiful weddings.

If you’re looking for a venue that adapts to your vision, we’d love to help bring it to life.

👉 Learn more about hosting your event at The Franklin Institute: https://bit.ly/4feCigL

05/27/2026

We lost track of time under the galaxy in the Fels Planetarium.

That’s the kind of escape you’ll find at The Franklin Institute.

Spend the day inside immersive exhibits, launching hands-on experiments and looking up at the stars. Sometimes curiosity is the best reset button.

🔭 Plan your visit at fi.edu

The USS Franklin sailed for nearly 50 years under the name of Philadelphia's own polymath. Today, the ship’s figurehead ...
05/22/2026

The USS Franklin sailed for nearly 50 years under the name of Philadelphia's own polymath. Today, the ship’s figurehead (FI Cat. #4897) stands watch inside The Franklin Institute — a quiet tribute on our historic Pendulum Staircase.

This Memorial Day weekend, we invite you to come see it in person. We're open all weekend, including Monday, May 25.

Active and retired military personnel always receive $4 off admission with a valid Military ID — our year-round thank you for your service.

Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/49JDSnc

Photo NH 53941 USS FRANKLIN (1867–1915) courtesy of the Naval History and Heritage Command.

Looking for something colorful to do over the holiday weekend? 🌈 We are open all weekend, including Monday, May 25, with...
05/21/2026

Looking for something colorful to do over the holiday weekend? 🌈

We are open all weekend, including Monday, May 25, with lots of hands-on science experiences for the whole family. There’s color and curiosity around every corner.

Plan your trip now and explore the rainbow! 🔬✨

05/20/2026

Curiosity doesn't take a day off 🔬⚡ That's why we're open 7 days a week!

Make your long Memorial Day weekend about hands-on science fun.

Grab your tickets at https://bit.ly/4wAq8Fj. 🎟️

05/18/2026

You showed up. You screamed. You maybe got a little foam on you. 💥

Don't Try This at Home Day was everything.

If the chaos gave you a thrill, you’re not ready for what's inside at Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition. Step inside the real science behind the world's most iconic rides. Open now. Tickets at fi.edu. 🎟️

05/15/2026

What if your dream house had a Giant Heart, live science shows, famous collections and more around every corner? 🏛️✨

Get a house tour of The Franklin Institute, where every room has something unexpected to discover.

Plan your visit and get tickets at the link in bio. 🎟️

05/13/2026

Where science meets cooking show chaos.

Using chemistry and a catalyst, this rapid chemical reaction turns hydrogen peroxide into a massive cloud eruption — and you can watch it happen live.

Join us Friday, May 16 for Don't Try This at Home Day. Free with museum admission. Grab your tickets today. 🎟️ https://bit.ly/4eE5BZT

05/12/2026

The Franklin Institute Awards attendees answered this simple question: Who is your favorite inventor? 🔬

Now we’re turning the question to you. Who is yours?

Share your answer in the comments below 👇

05/11/2026

Tag the person you’d bring with you! Hands-on interactives and original Universal artifacts await. Don’t miss it.

Get tickets today: https://bit.ly/46vIiwD

05/09/2026

Get ready for more explosions!

Don’t Try This at Home Day brings a full day of high-energy experiments that push science to the limit.

Free with General Admission. Get tickets today: https://bit.ly/4weQPPL

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222 N 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA
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