Talk about a high-voltage Super Bowl win! ⚡️ The Franklin Institute will be closed to the public today, February 14th. See you tomorrow for the ✨ Grand Opening ✨ of BODY WORLDS: Vital! Grab your tickets at https://bit.ly/4aSrCQM! Catch you at the parade, Philly! GO BIRDS! 🦅💚🏆 #FranklinInstitute #GoBirds #FlyEaglesFly #PhiladelphiaEagles #SuperBowlChamps #SueprBowlLIX #TeslaCoil #Science #Museum #VisitPhilly #ScienceExperiment
The Franklin Institute
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Philadelphia, PA 19,231 followers
The Franklin Institute is one of the oldest and most renowned centers of science education in the U.S.
About us
Founded in 1824 in honor of Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute is a museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and one of the oldest and premier centers of science education and development in the United States. It also houses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. In the spirit of inquiry and discovery embodied in its namesake, its mission is to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology through hands-on exhibits that include Your Brain, Franklin Air Show, SportsZone, Sir Isaac's Loft, Amazing Machine, and Wondrous Space. The Franklin Institute is also home to the Fels Planetarium and the Holt & Miller Observatory.
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http://fi.edu/join-our-email-list
External link for The Franklin Institute
- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Philadelphia, PA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1824
- Specialties
- science, science museum, chemistry, family fun, space, astronomy, environmental science, giant heart, benjamin franklin, ben franklin, trains, airplanes, automaton, engineering, philadelphia, museum, interactivity, and science after hours
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222 North 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103, US
Employees at The Franklin Institute
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Chris Fralic
Chris Fralic is an Influencer Board Partner at First Round Capital
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Suchit Bachalli
Building the best B2B E-Commerce company.
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Joe Torrieri
Director of Information Technology at The Franklin Institute
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Vikram Aggarwal
Managing Director & Partner at Boston Consulting Group | Global Sector Leader for MedTech | Next Gen Sales Leader
Updates
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This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with the science of your heart! 😍 The heart is more than just a symbol of love—it’s the powerhouse of our cardiovascular system, tirelessly beating nearly 100,000 times a day to deliver oxygen and nutrients while removing waste. This fist-sized muscle pumps blood through a vast network of blood vessels that stretches over 60,000 miles—enough to circle the Earth twice! ❤️ Our blood carries life’s essentials, regulates temperature, and even helps defend against infections. In just 20 seconds, a single red blood cell completes an incredible journey through your entire body. Whether you’re relaxing or racing, your heart adapts to keep you going strong. Secure your tickets now to explore the lifeline that keeps us connected in BODY WORLDS: VITAL, opening this weekend! ❤️ While you’re here, don’t miss our newest permanent exhibit, Body Odyssey, and take a journey through the iconic Giant Heart! 💌: https://bit.ly/42sB4bf #BodyWorlds #AnatomyExhibit #Plastination #HumanBody #Anatomy #MedicalScience #MedicalHistory #ScienceEducation #FranklinInstitute #VisitPhilly
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❤️👀 HEART-STOPPING CELEBRATION! 👀❤️ This Valentine’s Weekend, we’re kicking off BODY WORLDS: Vital with an epic opening celebration! 💥 TWO body-focused exhibits—BODY WORLDS: Vital + Body Odyssey and the iconic Giant Heart = an unforgettable exploration of the human body! ✨ Opening Weekend Highlights: ❤️ Be one of the first 250 visitors to BODY WORLDS: Vital on Saturday or Sunday and score a commemorative foam heart! 🔬 Catch live mystery dissections in Body Odyssey—plastinated hearts + real organ demos? Yes, please! ⏰ Extended Saturday hours ‘til 8 PM—perfect for Valentine’s date night plans. 🍽️ Show your TFI ticket at Nabrasa Brazilian Steakhouse and snag 15% off your meal! 🎟️ : https://bit.ly/418aaEp #BodyWorlds #Vital #FranklinInstitute #Anatomy #AnatomyExhibit #ScienceMuseum #VisitPhilly #ThingsToDoInPhilly #GrandOpening
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THE HEART OF PHILLY IS BLEEDING GREEN! 💚🫀 GO BIRDS! Congratulations Philadelphia Eagles ! #Eagles #PhiladelphiaEagles #VisitPhilly #SuperBowl #FlyEaglesFly #FranklinInstitute
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Ben is READY for the BIG GAME! #GoBirds 💚🏈🦅 Bring it home Philadelphia Eagles! #FlyEaglesFly
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The Franklin Institute team is gearing up for the Super Bowl this weekend and cheering on our Philadelphia Eagles! Bring home the win! GO BIRDS! 🏆💚🦅 #FlyEaglesFly #GoBirds
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Lightin’ it up green for the Birds! 🦅💚 Benjamin Franklin Memorial is glowing in honor of Super Bowl LIX—come snap a pic with Ben and get in the spirit. The Memorial is always open to visitors when TFI is open—no ticket needed! 😊 It took a little Super Bowl magic (okay, fine… maybe just some copper) to turn this fire green. Science + sports = a winning combo! #GOBIRDS 🏈🔥 #Eagles #PhiladelphiaEagles #VisitPhilly #SuperBowl #SuperBowlLIX #BirdGang #FlyEaglesFly #FranklinInstitute #BenFranklin #Philadelphia #PhillyPride
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Announcing the 2025 Franklin Institute Awards Laureates! From miniaturizing electronics to designing materials for massive rockets, from revolutionizing medical imaging to championing environmental restoration, the 2025 Franklin Institute Laureates are true visionaries, pushing the boundaries of innovation to find solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges—and their achievements are transformative. 🏅 2025 Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science - Katherine N. Suding, Ph.D. of the University of Colorado 🏅 2025 Bower Award for Business Leadership - Jamie Dimon of JPMorganChase 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin NextGen Award - Muyinatu A. Lediju Bell, Ph.D. (Muyinatu Bell) of The Johns Hopkins University 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Chemistry - Naomi Halas, Ph.D. of Rice University 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Computer and Cognitive Science - William James Dally, Ph.D. (Bill Dally) of NVIDIA and Stanford University 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Electrical Engineering - Kurt Petersen, Ph.D. of Silicon Valley Band of Angels 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Life Science - Steven M. Block, Ph.D. of Stanford University 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Mechanical Engineering - John W. Hutchinson, Ph.D. of Harvard University 🏅 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in Physics - John P. Perdew, Ph.D. of Tulane University As The Franklin Institute marks its 201st year of honoring scientific excellence, these nine laureates will be celebrated during Awards Week, April 28–May 2, 2025. For further information, visit: fi.edu/awards #FIAwards #franklininstitute
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Join us for the “Women Shaping the Future of Philadelphia” event! Whether you're an emerging professional, established leader, or passionate about Philadelphia's STEM ecosystem, this event will offer unique insights and networking opportunities to connect education, healthcare, technology, business, and community leadership. Register today at https://lnkd.in/e7ji2Fqe!
We are thrilled to co-host the second annual “Women Shaping the Future of Philadelphia” event with The Franklin Institute, bringing together women leaders to explore the transformative power of STEM in Philadelphia. Join us for a conversation with health, education, business, civic, and community leaders about STEM's present and future state in our city/region. This event is FREE and includes breakfast and networking opportunities. RSVP is required. Register today by scanning the QR code or through this link: https://lnkd.in/e7ji2Fqe, and be sure to share with others!
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For exactly 201 years, TFI has inspired a passion for learning about science and technology—since February 5, 1824!🔬✨ From timeless classics to new exhibits, every corner of The Franklin Institute is now open for exploration. Discover live science shows, journey through the cosmos in our planetarium, and uncover something new with every visit. 🌌 There's so much to learn—come see for yourself! 🧪🌍 #FranklinInstitute #ScienceMuseum #VisitPhilly #Philadelphia #Planetarium #Science #Museum #History #Viral