Galas, corporate events, holiday parties and fundraising – The Franklin Institute makes an inspiring backdrop for all of your events
Spark the creative imagination of your employees, dazzle your clients, or impress your patrons by having your next corporate event at The Franklin Institute. From the most intimate gathering to the largest extravaganza, we offer the unique indoor and outdoor locations for you to host a truly memorable event.
Whether you want to treat your best client to a one-of-a-kind dining experience and a private guided tour of the newest exhibit or entertain your staff at the annual holiday party, we can help you do it all at Philadelphia’s favorite place for ideas, discovery, imagination, and invention.
Your event will be catered by our world-renowned culinary team and our professional Event Managers will work closely with you to make sure that your event is exquisitely planned and executed.
The Franklin Institute is an impressive and welcoming venue for all your events and meetings.
Looking for a unique experience for your guests? Check out this video of projection on the Benjamin Franklin statue.
Our team will quickly assess your needs and follow up with you directly. You can also contact us at events@fi.edu or 215-448-1165.
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Event Packages
Planetarium and First Floor Galleries 3,959 sq ft • Cocktails in Space Command or Train Factory
• Dinner in the PlanetariumCocktail/Reception: 250 Guests
Seated Dinner: 200 GuestsThe Benjamin Franklin Memorial and Second Floor Galleries 5,184 sq ft • Cocktails in Wisdom Hall or Your Brain
• Dinner in The Benjamin Franklin Memorial
OR• Cocktails in Giant Heart, Electricity, Changing Earth, or Key Hallway
• Dinner in The Benjamin Franklin MemorialCocktail/Reception: 600 Guests
Seated Dinner: 400 GuestsPepper Hall and Patent Library 3,800 sq ft • Cocktails in Patent Library
• Dinner in Pepper HallCocktail/Reception: 400 Guests
Seated Dinner: 220 Guests