Franklin Institute Science Museum (The)

(at Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

About

The Franklin Institute is one of the country's premier science museums, with informative exhibits and activities for children and adults. The Institute's biggest draws are the model of the human heart, through which visitors can walk, the IMAX theater, and the Fels Planetarium, where visitors can study the night sky and get a lesson on constellations. Visitors can also learn about mechanics, trains, airplanes, Franklin's study of electricity, and other aspects of science that comprise the modern world. The Institute also offers an educational outdoor play space and an observatory. Check the website for temporary exhibits and IMAX films.
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Must do

"must have 15 or more people to receive group rates"

"must visit with family and friends"

Did you know?

"did you know? opened in 1934, the institute was one of the first hands-on science museums in the u"

What people dont like

"- green guide editor"

"don't go in the imax theater, unless you know it won't make you sick!"

"its the shit."

"sick!"

"working hard"

"this place is swarmed and you can't get through any exhibits without kids bumping into u or cutting lines"

"machine with one design by stairs is unfortunately broken :("

"exhibit people are very frustrating"

"at foodworks, yes to spicy chili and pizza slices, bug no to the fries (cold and tasteless, say my companions)"

Avoid doing this

"avoid coming on wkday in summertime while summer camps are in session"

Useful Tips

"the turtleman imax theatre is the best imax theatre ever!"

"great family trip, had a great time!"

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