In addition to providing critical support that advances The Franklin Institute's mission to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology, our members enjoy these core benefits:
- Invitations to events, lectures and exclusive Franklin@Home programs
- Unlimited Admission to the museum and Fels Planetarium.
- The Franklin Institute is temporarily closed to the public. Learn more.
- Exclusive Discounts to:
- Ticketed Special Exhibitions
- Crayola IDEAworks: The Creativity Exhibition - opening February 13, 2021; $12 per member (ages 3+)
- Complimentary ticketing benefits for ticketed special exhibits start at the Friends Circle level
- Crayola IDEAworks: The Creativity Exhibition - opening February 13, 2021; $12 per member (ages 3+)
- Franklin Institute parking garage - $5 off
- Sci-Store Purchases - 10% off
- Ticketed Special Exhibitions
- No Service Fees!
- Reciprocal Admission to more than 250 ASTC Science Museums (restrictions apply)
- Tax deductibility benefits
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Individual Memberships
Join Renew Gift a Dual Membership
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Dual Membership:
$89Innovators: $300 Core member benefits 1 adult, 1 guest 1 adult, 1 guest Free admission for 2 adults to every Science After Hours
✓ Complimentary invitation to a minimum of 2 exclusive Innovator social events
✓ Discounted ticket(s) to an annual Special Exhibit Opening Party
✓ Recognition in The Franklin Institute's Annual Report ✓ Tax deductible 100% all but $150 -
Family Memberships
Join Renew Gift a Family or Family Max Membership
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Family: $149 FamilyMAX: $199 Friends Circle: $400 Core member benefits 2 adults, 4 children 2 adults, 4 children, 2 guests 2 adults, 4 children, 2 guests Guest passes for the museum to share with family, friends, and colleagues 4 Special exhibition tickets (each exhibit) 2 Franklin Institute parking garage vouchers 4 Recognition in The Franklin Institute's Annual Report ✓ Tax deductible 100% all but $42 all but $164 -
Philanthropic Memberships
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Patrons Circle: $600 Discoverers Circle:
$1000Benefactor Partner: $1,500 Core member benefits 2 adults, 4 children, 2 guests 2 adults, 4 children, 2 guests 2 adults, 4 children, 2 guests Guest passes for the museum to share with family, friends, and colleagues 8 12 12 Special exhibition tickets (each exhibit) 2 2 4 Franklin Institute parking garage vouchers 4 4 4 Invitations to exclusive Benefactor Society events ✓ Dedicated Benefactor concierge service ✓ Opportunity to start the Foucault Pendulum (private by request) ✓ Recognition in The Franklin Institute's Annual Report ✓ ✓ ✓ Recognition on Benefactor Society screens in the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial ✓ Tax deductible all but $248 all but $332 all but $332 For higher membership levels, learn more about The Benefactor Society.
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Membership Guidelines
- Memberships are for a single household and are not transferrable. Photo ID is required to match our household record at check-in.
- Member children are ages 3 - 18.
- Guests, where applicable, must be accompanied by Member(s).
- Parking is first come, first served for all visitors, including Members. Possession of parking vouchers, where applicable, does not guarantee parking. Please note that the garage has limited parking for over-sized vans, trucks and SUVs.
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Gift Memberships
When you purchase a gift membership for relatives and friends, you are providing them 1 full year of fun at The Franklin Institute!
Just select "Gift" from the Individual or Family Membership sections above
Members enjoy exclusive access to exhibitions, programs, and events—plus a portion of your gift is tax deductible, supporting our mission to educate and inspire millions every year.
PLEASE NOTE: For online purchases, all gift membership materials will automatically be sent directly to the gift giver identified as the Billing Contact within the purchasing process. You can expect to receive these materials by mail within 7 business days after completing your purchase.
If you have questions about Gift Memberships or would like to purchase by phone, please call us at 215.448.1200, Option 2 between 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily.