Ready for Summer? We Are!
The Eatery—Now Open! From the signature hand-breaded chicken tenders to pasta, paninis, pizza, and salads—enjoy an all-new fresh, convenient, and casual option for lunch.
Science Park: our outdoor space designed for families and friends to eat, relax, recharge and play in our new rope-climbing Explorer Dome!
Check out NOW/NEXT: Jellyfish Revealed, our new pop-up exhibit on the first floor featuring the work of renowned artist Anand Varna, plus live jellyfish observation!
Extended Summer Hours! The museum is now open 7 days a week from 10am to 6pm!
General Admission Hours
Open 7 Days from 10am - 6pm
Please note: The first floor of the museum will close at 5:30 pm on Friday 8/6. The entire museum will close at 5:00 pm on Saturday, 8/7, with the last planetarium show at 4:00 pm.
Mask Policy
All guests ages 3+ are required to wear masks during their visit. Learn more.
Science Museum Pricing
General Admission tickets do not include Crayola IDEAworks.
Adult: $23
Child (3-11): $19
Members: FREE
Special Exhibit Pricing
Tickets to Crayola IDEAworks include General Admission.
Adult: $35
Child (3-11): $31
Members (ages 3+): $12
Members never pay a service fee - become a member today!
Parking
On-Site parking is limited.
271 North 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Directions
The Franklin Institute is located in Center City Philadelphia, at the intersection of 20th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Step-by-Step Directions
Daily Schedule
Plan your day at The Franklin Institute with our Daily Programs & Shows Schedule. This schedule will show you things to do and see during your visit including live shows, dissections, 3D printing, simulators, movies, & more.
Meet our new hospitality partner, Seravezza Events!
Our newly reopened Eatery is serving up locally-sourced signature choices such as daily bistro bowls, harvest salads, and the Franklin Stove burger. The Café offers a smaller selection of convenient options including handmade soft pretzels and coffee from Philadelphia-based roaster La Colombe.
Seravezza Catering for corporate meetings and conferences, as well as weddings and galas will treat guests to memorable epicurean experiences with fresh local ingredients and modern presentations in a one-of-a-kind setting.
Mask Policy
Masks are required indoors for unvaccinated and fully vaccinated guests ages 3+ during their visit, with the exception of while eating in designated areas, and must be worn at all times.
Seeds
We all know that plants come from seeds. But how does that work? And where can you find them? This video will inspire your love of seeds.
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Why Give?
Everyone deserves opportunities to learn about science and technology.
