The Franklin Institute is a science museum and the center of science education and research in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is named after the American scientist and statesman Benjamin Franklin. It houses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. Founded in 1824, the Franklin Institute is one of the oldest centers of science education and development in the United States. Its chief astronomer is Derrick Pitts.
Download Download See moreScience Museum Exhibits: daily from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m.
The Tuttleman IMAX® Theater: Hours vary throughout the year.
Franklin Theater: Hours vary throughout the year.
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and Franklin Awards Day (Apr 24, 2014) and Jun 12, 2014.
July 6 through September 6, 2015 the museum will stay open until 7:00 pm
Museum admission:
Adults: $23.00
Children (3-11): $15.95
Franklin Theater: ticket prices vary
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Address 222 N 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
Coordinates 39°57'29.792" N -75°10'23.242" E
