Thank You!
From the bottom of our Giant Heart, we thank everyone in our community for all they do everyday. We are working hard to help - since the launch of our 3D Printing for Health Care initiative, we have printed over 325 visor bands and delivered more than half of them to our partner assembly site. Learn more about our health care initiative.
Science + Stories
Wednesday, June 3: Way Past Mad
This live virtual program will show families how to use storybooks and simple household materials for fun and engaging science explorations that make you feel like you’re at The Franklin Institute!
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Join Our Experts Live on Facebook!
Mondays at 3pm: Chief Bioscientist Dr. Jayatri Das gives us an update on the COVID-19 virus. See our full playlist on YouTube.
Tuesdays at 5:30pm: Adult Programs Specialist Adam Piazza hosts Happy Hour @ The Search Bar with special guests. BYOC!
Wednesdays at 3pm: Join Environmental Scientist Dr. Rachel Valletta on a nature scavenger hunt.
Thursdays at 7:45pm: Night Skies @ Home with Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts. Stargazers of all ages are invited to step outside and and enjoy a tour of the night sky from home.
Refresh our Facebook channel at the times above to see the videos.
Why Give?
Everyone deserves opportunities to learn about science and technology. Learn how The Franklin Institute works to provide this resource throughout our region, and the world.
Science Recipes
Explore, create, and learn together—from home! Kid-friendly with a dash of fun and a dollop of laughter, each recipe is custom-made for families using everyday household ingredients.
Barany Chair
Calling all future astronauts - do you know what a barany chair is? Floor Programs Manager Jacqui explains how it works and how to make your own!
