The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street • Philadelphia • PA 19103
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- One of the nation’s most prominent and beloved science museums, this 1934 treasure boasts a handsome Classical Revival façade and a host of unique spaces and interactive exhibits, which guests are welcomed and encouraged to explore throughout your celebration.
- Let the city skyline surround your ceremony on the Rooftop Deck, which overlooks iconic Benjamin Franklin Parkway, or exchange vows beneath ever-changing celestial images projected on the dome of the Fels Planetarium.
- Benjamin Franklin Hall presents a breathtaking backdrop for receptions. Inspired by the Roman Pantheon, the dramatic circular space serves as a memorial to Franklin, and boasts a dazzling domed ceiling, sixteen marble columns, and a towering, 20-foot statue of the inventive Founding Father himself.
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PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- Contact the venue for more details.
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 250 | 250 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 250 | 250 |
| Reception | Seated | 250 | 250 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 250. | ||
Venue Info
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Museum
- Non-Profit
- Ballroom
- Penthouse / Rooftop
- Unique
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
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