Your support makes a difference in science education, and between now and December 31, 2019 all gifts to the Franklin Fund will be matched by an anonymous donor, up to $50,000!
Saturday, Dec. 14
Experience the magic and wonder with activities inspired by the award-winning book and beloved film. Let your imagination soar as you climb aboard the authentic Baldwin 60,000 locomotive for a guided storytelling experience!
Holiday Hours
December 24 and 25
The Museum will be closed
December 26 – December 30
The Museum will be open from 9:30am – 7:00pm
The Worst Case Scenario exhibit hours will be 9:30am – 8:00pm (last ticket 6:30pm)
December 31
The Museum will be open from 9:30am – 5:00pm
The Worst Case Scenario exhibit hours will be 9:30am – 5:00pm (last ticket 3:30pm)
January 1
The Museum will be closed
Best Time to Visit!
Come visit our museum in the afternoon or on a weekend to have an even better, less-crowded experience!
Parking
On-Site parking is limited.
271 North 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Directions
The Franklin Institute is located in Center City Philadelphia, at the intersection of 20th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Step-by-Step Directions
Daily Schedule
Plan your day at The Franklin Institute with our Daily Programs & Shows Schedule. This schedule will show you things to do and see during your visit including live shows, dissections, 3D printing, simulators, movies, & more.
Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon, an awe-inspiring large-scale sculpture of the moon, will be suspended within the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial until Jan. 5.
Candle
Looking for a party trick to amaze your guests this holiday season? Traveling Scientist David Wrigley has you covered.
Rachel Valletta, Environmental Scientist
WATCH: How a science teacher inspired Rachel Valletta to become an environmental scientist.
Unroll Your Sleeping Bag And Roll In The Fun
Pack your sleeping bags and prepare for an evening jam-packed with live science shows, hands-on workshops, stargazing in our rooftop observatory, and time to explore all ten permanent exhibits. Get Ready to Sleep Over!
Travel with The Franklin Institute
Travel with us on an immersive trip to Southern California to discover leading science sites, from Caltech to SpaceX.
We Bring Science to You!
Want to experience The Franklin Institute’s brand of interactive science in your school or community? Book a show with our Traveling Science Team!
Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation
With intrepid explorer Carsten Peter, travel across the globe to discover molten worlds and exploding craters in this adrenaline-filled, immersive IMAX® adventure!
Visit the Observatory
Take a look at the sun through our historic Zeiss refracting telescope and learn more about telescopes and astronomy
(Weather Permitting)
Buy Member Tickets
Avoid long ticketing lines by securing discounted and free tickets in advance. There are no service fees for members! Check in is a breeze when you have your tickets printed, displayed on your smartphone, or waiting for you at will-call.
Purchase tickets or call a membership representative (available daily 9:00 am – 5:00 pm) at 215.448.1200, Option 2.
Tech Studio
Experience hands-on demonstrations in technology, engineering, and design. Engineered in partnership with TE Connectivity, it builds the technical and critical thinking skills essential for engineering a sustainable future.
Flight Simulators
Take a Virtual Reality ride to the Moon. Do a barrel roll and fly upside down. Fly with the Blue Angels in San Francisco. Do all this in our 3 Simulator Experiences inside The Franklin Air Show exhibit.
