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One Of The Best Science Museums Is Right Here In Philly

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You don’t have to travel far to find one of the best science museums in the U.S. There’s one right here in Philly. USA Today, 10 Best, compiled a list of the ten best science museums in America. They had nominees submitted by their panel of experts. Then, their 10 Best editors selected the final set of nominees for the Readers’ Choice Awards. From there, readers got the final say in voting on the best.

Exciting news for Philly’s Franklin Institute. It was voted in the top ten best science museums in the U.S. The Franklin Institute is a hands-on science museum that “seeks to create a passion for science and tech in everyone.” USA Today highlighted the institute’s many interactive exhibits that explore science. More specifically, they mentioned their sports and space exhibits and “top-notch experiences and special exhibitions.”

Rave Reviews For The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute has over 12,600 Google Reviews with 4.6 out of 5 stars. Someone praised the museum for being a place for all age groups. “Hands down an amazing Museum for adults and families with kids of all ages! The demonstration room with combustion and liquid air were phenomenal,” they wrote. Another person said it’s a very interactive museum and their “favorite museum in Philly.” They continued to recommend that everyone visit The Franklin Institute, adding that it’s “perfect for date nights” and “solo travelers.”

According to The Franklin Institute, admission includes access to three floors of hands-on science exhibits and experiences. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits, attend live science programs, and watch a show in the Fels Planetarium. They also offer one-year memberships that include unlimited free general admission and exclusive discounts on special exhibitions, parking, Sci-Store purchases, and other perks.

The Franklin Institute is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s located in Center City, Philadelphia, at the intersection of 20th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

Take a look at the complete list of the 10 best science museums here.

Kayla is the midday host on Detroit’s 105.1 The Bounce. She started her career in radio back in 2016 as an intern at another Detroit station and worked her way here. She's made stops in Knoxville, TN, Omaha, Ne and other places before returning to Detroit. She’s done almost everything in radio from promotions to web, creating content on social media, you name it. She’s a true Michigander, born and raised. So, you can catch her camping or vacationing up north to exploring the downtown Detroit or maybe even catching a sports game. During her free time, Kayla enjoys watching movies, roller-skating, crafting, and music festivals. She and her husband together dip into many of the great things Michigan has to offer. Together they also like to travel. A few hobbies of hers include wine and beer tastings, crafting, hiking, roller skating, movies, home improvement projects, gardening, and festivals. She’s always looking to take on more local events happening in the community. She loves connecting with the community. When writing, Kayla covers topics including lifestyle, pop culture, trending stories, hacks, and urban culture.

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