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About Franklin Institute Science Museum

The Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia is a landmark center for science education and immersive learning. Located at 222 North 20th Street in Center City, this premier venue hosts exhibits, live programs, and a range of private events across multiple spaces. Whether you’re planning a public visit or securing a venue for a special occasion, we’ve got you covered with practical details, seating capacities, and convenient hotel and dining recommendations to make your trip easy and enjoyable.

From classic science demonstrations to the upcoming Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition opening February 14, 2026, the Franklin Institute offers flexible spaces for cocktails, seated dinners, and theater-style presentations. For attendees driving in, the on-site garage behind the building at 271 North 21st Street provides parking information and options. If you’re arriving by public transit, SEPTA buses 32, 33, 38, and 49 serve the area, with nearby Market-Frankford Line stops and Center City connections. For a complete visit experience, we’ve included nearby hotel partners and recommended dining options that align with your itinerary or event schedule.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
  • Venue type: science museum and center of science education.
  • Parking: on-site garage behind the building (271 North 21st Street); parking is limited and typically $25 per vehicle.
  • Transit: accessible via SEPTA buses (32, 33, 38, 49), nearby Market-Frankford Line stops, PATCO, and Center City connections.
  • Fels Planetarium capacity: Cocktail 310, Seated Dinner 200, Theater 250.
  • Benjamin Franklin Memorial Hall capacity: Cocktail 600, Seated Dinner 340, Theater 680.
  • Jordan Lobby capacity: Cocktail 130, Seated Dinner 100.
  • Pepper Hall capacity: Cocktail 400, Seated Dinner 220, Theater 400.
  • Giant Heart capacity: Seated 130, Standing 80.
  • Franklin Theater capacity: 266 (theater-style seating).
  • Rooftop Deck capacity: Cocktail 130, Seated 110.
  • Nearby hotels: Loews Philadelphia Hotel (1200 Market Street), The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton (1 Logan Square), The Rittenhouse (210 West Rittenhouse Square).
  • Notable events: Philadelphia Science Festival (historical tenant of FI), Science After Hours and Second Thursdays programming, and the upcoming Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition opening February 14, 2026.