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4 Reviews
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I've been went here once as a child, more times as an adult, and have enjoyed every visit! Tons of wonderful exhibits and a great book store!
Cons
It is expensive. With my teacher discount, it was actually quite affordable.
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Great for families and kids. The special exhibits also (in my opinion as a nerd) make great dates.
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Almost every year I went on a school field trip here. I love the heart exhibit its so fun. The Franklin Institute is very fun but also educational. Im sure that every person that leaves this place has learned something that they will remember for the rest of their life.
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none
Other
They also have really good exhibits so if you've been here a million times the exhibits are so cool that it makes you want to keep coming back.
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IMAX Movies! The only place I know of in Philly with true Imax theatre. They show a select few movies in Imax and the usual educational movies in imax too. Well besides imax, also a great museum. Large with lots of different exhibits. I've never felt cramped, love it!
Cons
Best to park in art museum area and walk over.
Other
Cheap membership, i should get it. Maybe..
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Gotta check out the Cleopatra exhibit before it ends. I'm pretty sure it ends this year or early next year. Very cool and huge museum.
Cons
Alot of steps :)
Other
Get there early so you can enjoy the whole museum.