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'Don't Try This at Home Day' will bring explosive science experiments to the Franklin Institute

Here's where to celebrate Pi Day in Philly this weekend

Pi Day

Solve a murder at The Franklin Institute during a Feb. 28 scavenger hunt

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New Franklin Institute exhibit explores Universal theme parks' rides, attractions

Franklin Institute Universal

What to know about the Universal Theme Parks exhibition at The Franklin Institute

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The Franklin Institute is throwing Benjamin Franklin a birthday party this Saturday

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Franklin Institute to close long-running air show exhibit in January

Franklin Air Show

Strange light seen in Philly sky Tuesday night likely caused by rocket launch

Philly Rocket Light

Franklin Institute theme park exhibit, opening in 2026, will let visitors build roller coasters

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VinylCon, holiday trains and the return of the Giant Heart: Your weekend guide to things to do

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Franklin Institute debuts $8.5 million exhibit on human body, featuring the return of the Giant Heart

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Universal exhibit on the science behind theme park design coming to Franklin Institute in 2026

Franklin Institute Universal

This early movie projector started a dispute between the Franklin Institute and Thomas Edison

Phantoscope

The Franklin Institute's Giant Heart returns Nov. 23 as part of the new 'Body Odyssey' exhibit

Franklin Institute Heart

PSLs return and Usher performs: Your weekend guide to things to do

Lego Scream

Franklin Institute lets adults explore exhibits after hours in 2nd Thursdays summer event series

franklin institute 2nd thursdays

The giant heart is closing at the Franklin Institute, but it will return later this year

Franklin Institute giant heart

Federal Donuts unveils new solar eclipse doughnut

Solar eclipse Federal Donuts

Firehouse in Olde Kensington — built more than a century ago — gets renovated into apartments

Firehouse Olde Kensington

Philly Beer Fest, puns and lots of Legos: Your weekend guide to things to do

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Lego artist finds purpose in recreating famous paintings and building giant animal sculptures

Lego art whales

Franklin Institute permanently closes Tuttleman IMAX theater

Franklin Institute IMAX

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Franklin Institute's 'Wondrous Space' exhibit lets kids build their own rockets and astronaut suits

Space rover Franklin Institute

Weirdo Fest and the Veterans Parade: Your weekend guide to things to do

Weekend guide weirdo fest

'Ring of fire' solar eclipse may be visible in Philadelphia Saturday afternoon

World's largest display of Lego art returns to the Franklin Institute in February

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Take a peek at the Franklin Institute's new $8.5 million space exhibit before it opens in November

franklin institute wondrous space

Best chance to see Comet Nishimura is during pre-dawn hours the next couple days

comet nishimura

Documentary about Philly's gun violence crisis to premiere Friday

Philadelphia Gun Violence Documentary

Tensions run high at the Franklin Institute in 'Abbott Elementary' season finale

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'Abbott Elementary' takes a field trip to the Franklin Institute in Season 2 finale

Abbott Elementary Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute digital video series nominated for 'People's Voice' Webby Award

franklin institute webby award

Man accused of stealing thumb of terra cotta warrior statue at Franklin Institute party accepts plea deal

Terra Cotta Warrior Thumb

Dinosaurs and underwater yoga: Your weekend guide to things to do in Philly

Learn about space and sip cocoa at the Franklin Institute's 'Science After Hours'

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Take a glimpse at the new Disney exhibit coming to the Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute Disney 100 exhibit

Enjoy frightening family fun every weekend at The Franklin Institute this October

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Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Disney to launch world tour at The Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute Disney 100 exhibition

Franklin Institute's 'Science After Hours' series continues with Summer Ball on June 24

Franklin Institute Summer Ball

Franklin Institute unveils plans for new space exploration exhibit focused on future trips to moon, Mars

Franklin Institute SPACE

Franklin Institute's 'Science After Hours' returns with cabaret-themed party

Franklin Institute Science After Hours

Evil Genius celebrating Harry Potter exhibit coming to Philly with themed beer and events

Harry Potter at Evil Genius

Franklin Institute to honor Penn researchers who played vital role in developing COVID-19 vaccines

Franklin Institute Awards Drew Weissman Katalin Karikó

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