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Sep 4, 2024
This is the very worst museum I've ever been to - superficial, insubstantial, expensive & tiny collection in a vast building that could host so much more. Some fun activities for kids, so ok as an … Full review by 921titusa
Aug 26, 2024
We went with our grandkids, ages 8 and 5, and all of us had a great time. The Lego exhibit, we thought was very clever and interesting -- way more than playing with legos. The other exhibits which … Full review by flo220
Jun 26, 2024
Borrrrring. We went in thinking it had a lot more to offer. And I suppose if you liked legos and playing with kids exhibits it would but it’s honestly not worth the $25 entry fee. I felt robbed out o… Full review by N8607BMjulief
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Facts

Established:1824
Architect:John T. Windrim

Questions & answers

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Is there usually a line to get in on Saturday’s?
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Weekends can become busy, and there is a line inside the museum for tickets/passes. If you don't want it to affect your museum time, I would recommend arriving 30 minutes to …
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Weekends can become busy, and there is a line inside the museum for tickets/passes. If you don't want it to affect your museum time, I would recommend arriving 30 minutes to an hour early on purpose.
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Is there a water filling station for bringing empty water bottles to stay hydrated? Does anyone know with the dual …
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Is there a water filling station for bringing empty water bottles to stay hydrated? Does anyone know with the dual membership for one adult plus one guest is that one guest included everytime you go or just a 1 time offer with membership?
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Yes on water stations. Membership package numbers are generally based upon each visit. The trend in museums is to define packages great for couples, families, grandparents …
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Yes on water stations. Membership package numbers are generally based upon each visit. The trend in museums is to define packages great for couples, families, grandparents bringing grandkids, etc. Maybe at some point they will figure out a "singles" looking to find a single might work too!
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Is there a water filling station for bringing empty water bottles to stay hydrated? Does anyone know with the dual …
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Is there a water filling station for bringing empty water bottles to stay hydrated? Does anyone know with the dual membership for one adult plus one guest is that one guest included everytime you go or just a 1 time offer with membership?
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Call the membership desk. There is a water fountain for bottle filling.
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Is it handicap accessible?
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some exhibits like the heart are not
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Is it busy on Sunday??
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Sorry, I don't know. I was there on a weekday during the Summer. No School groups, but there were some Camp groups.
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How long are my tickets good for?
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Tickets are valid for the day of purchase only. You may apply all or a portion of today’s visit to a Franklin Institute membership prior to leaving the museum...
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