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<< back to previous pageThe Franklin Institute
222 North 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 215-448-1200
Fax: (215) 448-1235
With close to one million visitors each year, The Franklin Institute is a national leader in fun, hands-on science learning for all ages. The interactive museum is home to three floors of exhibits, live science shows, three theaters including Philadelphia's largest IMAX® screen, and much more. The Franklin Institute is also a premiere destination of world-class special exhibitions that offer unique educational and cultural experiences.
Special exhibition line up includes:
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition November 10, 2012 – April 7, 2013
Journey back to 1912 and walk along the decks of the largest passenger vessel of its time – The Titanic. Experience compelling human stories of heroism and humanity while observing more than 300 legendary artifacts recovered from more than two and a half miles under the sea. From china etched with the logo of the elite White Star Line, to perfume from a maker who was traveling to New York to sell his samples, the numerous authentic objects offer haunting and emotional connections to lives abruptly ended or forever altered.Loading MapThe Visitors Center operates Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Our toll-free number is 1-800-489-6664.
