Franklin Institute

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222 North 20th St. (at Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.)
Philadelphia, PA 19103

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(215) 448-1200
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Franklin Institute - Philadelphia, PA
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We love this museum. Everything is hands on and you learn a ton while you have a great time. My sons love the replica of the heart that you can walk through!! We went into a great...

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The Franklin institute as a whole is a nice trip. It was very crowded and hard to get a chance to do things. The biggest disappointment was the much hyped dinosaur exhibit was a d...

Editorial review from Citysearch 7/27/2012

This is one of the best places to bring your children! Everything is very interesting and captivating, it makes for a great experience. It can get a little crowded on the weekends so I would suggest trying to get there on a week day. more
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dino exhibit too small 2/25/2012

The Franklin institute as a whole is a nice trip. It was very crowded and hard to get a chance to do things. The biggest disappointment was the much hyped dinosaur exhibit was a disappointment. It was way too small. There were 3 anamatronic Dino's and maybe 6-8 skeletons. The sand dig and tracing a picture were the only hands on activities. My advice is too skip it. more
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Star Wars Exhibit Final Weekend 5/2/2008

I was really offended that the museum felt it was acceptable to provide visitors to the Star Wars Exhibit's final weekend a 'leftover' experience. While the exhibit itself was as everyone else enjoyed it during its time in Philly, the Star Wars shop was utterly pathetic. The museum WANTED to sell out of everything. Meaning, those of us paying to visit and traveling to visit during the exhibit's final weekend do not get the same experience that those who went early on received. My four year old son was really looking forward to this aspect of the exhibit and because the museum was more concerned with itself than its guests, all he got to see in the shop were a few random pet costumes. We were NOT pleased at all and recommend to anyone wanting the whole experience NOT to go to the museum during an exhibit's final days. more
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This is the best place to go 12/8/2005

If you are looking for somewhere to go so you and your kids can have fun. It is the Franklin INstitute. There are thinks you and your kids can enjoy all day. Don't forget about the little diner for lunch !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So go if you get a chance more
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Where Kids can be Kids 2/28/2004

Great Place. Alot of hands on exhibits to keep you and your children occupied for hours on end. The staff was courteous and helpful when you asked for assistance. Handicap accessible in almost all areas so no one gets left out. The crowds can be overwhelming at times but everyone was calm and polite. We didnt get to see all of the museum but will be back in the near future to see what we missed. Pros: Kid Friendly, Variety, Staff more
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Loads of fun 5/2/2003

For a little more than going to a movie you can actually learn stuff that is pretty cool. great place for a date or with your kids. Cons: parking more
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justplain fun 11/2/2002

a playground for the brain, what a better place to examine and explore the world of science. this museum has been inspiring children for decades. adding new and interesting exhibits. as the techno world moves forward children need to see and explore it to be able to keep up and adults to try. this museum is the future and the past combined , each adventure there adults and children learn something new and exciting. it takes years to see it all and then its different each time. Pros: interesting, fun, teaching Cons: expensive, parking, exhibits overcrowded more
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Great place to take the kids 10/31/2002

The Franklin Institute is good family fun. If you don't mind sleeping on the hard floor, the kids love going to the campins. The Imax theater always has a good selection of movies to choose from as well as the changing exhibits. Pros: membership, campins, imax more
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Learning made fun? 8/30/2002

This is a great place to take your kids, or go by yourself. There's always something new at the Franklin Institute. It has been around for ages, and will continue to be a top-rated attraction for visitors of all ages. The moving train inside the museum is a must-see!!! Take a ride on it!!! Pros: interactive, child-friendly more
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Unattened Policies 8/11/2002

This was an awesome place for me and the kids. We enjoyed the performances in the center lobby and the exhibits. But we unfortunately found out that when we had left and visited this sight to put in our input that we had not payed to get in. And the funny thing was that when i remember that there was no real Employees in the area/exhibits so we were never stopped for tickets. Besides that this place was very nice to visit. more
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10 8/10/2002

A very in teresting place for children and adults to learn and have fun. Pros: most interesting Cons: too many steps more
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keep hands on 7/30/2002

fun for kids, hands on approach to learning, lots to do. Building is old and not well lit, not enough signs Pros: hands on, fun, kid oriented Cons: dark in areas, old building, lack of signs more
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Learning experience 7/25/2002

Franklin Institute Science Museum has always been a favorite of mine. I went when I was a child, I took my son when he was young. Now it is time for the grandchildren. Everytime you go there are always new things. more
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Editorial

  • In Short
    The lobby statue of Benjamin Franklin hints at the true purpose of this institute founded in 1824: to serve as a clearinghouse for inventors. A series of 18th-century settings...

  • 10/24/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Daily: 9:30AM-5:00PM
  • Payments: American Express, Discover, Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Center City, Logan Square
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