Youth and Community Programs

PACTS

PACTS

A year-round program of science enrichment, career development, cross-age mentoring, and leadership opportunities for students in Greater Philadelphia.

STEM students gathered for a photo on the stage of Musser Theater at The Franklin Institute.

STEM Scholars

An intensive, four-year program serving Philadelphia-area students who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math.

Looking Up at Mars Rover Curiosity in 'Buckskin' Selfie

Mission2Mars

A nationwide program catalyzing community partnerships across the country around NASA's space exploration agenda and its Moon-to-Mars missions and learning resources.

Vaccine Vial Illustration

Children's Vaccine Education Program

Empowering nurses as leaders in vaccine education in their schools and communities.

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GSK Science in the Summer

Dedicated to increasing children's value of and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers.

Franklin @ Home: Science projects, experiments and explorations you can do at home!

Franklin@Home

Explore the world with DIY hands-on activities, engaging videos, and deeper dives—because science never stops.