The Franklin Institute is an amazing place to visit. Adults and children will enjoy it. They can learn about science by doing activities hands on. There is also a weather station. You can also see excellent shows in the IMax theater.

Museum

Hours:
Note: The Franklin Institute is CLOSED
on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve,
Christmas Day, and New Year´s Day.

Science Center
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday through Saturday

Mandell Center
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday through Thursday
9:30 AM - 9:00 PM Friday and Saturday

Location:
222 North 20th Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
215.448.1200

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