Programs

Spend fun-filled days exploring the museum's iconic exhibits and performing hands-on experiments with our trained counselors! 

Have The Franklin Institute come visit you! We bring exciting hands-on, engaging science fun to your school, with programs both large and small. Explore our Traveling Science Shows

Pack your sleeping bags and prepare for an evening jam-packed with live science shows, hands-on workshops, stargazing in our rooftop observatory, and time to explore all ten permanent exhibits. Get Ready to Sleep Over! 

Grow your knowledge and skills through interactive and research-based professional development with The Franklin Institute.

Since 1824, The Franklin Institute has honored the greatest men and women of science.

We make learning fun with our hands-on lessons using museum exhibits and specimens from our extensive museum collections. 

GSK Science in the Summer is a fun and free science education program sponsored by GSK, which introduces students entering grades 2-6 to the wonderful and fascinating world of science.

The Franklin Institute offers many community connections, including programs and partnerships with youth groups and organizations.