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The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex. We are a community of learning and an opener of doors. Join us on a voyage of discovery. Legal: https://www.si.edu/termsofuse

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is extraordinary—always! Through its world-class exhibits, the museum strives to excite and encourage family learning and curiosity by providing limitless opportunities to create memories and foster a sense of discovery. The mission of The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is to create extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities that have the power to transform the lives of children and families. With 472,900 square feet and five floors of family learning, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is the world’s biggest and best children’s museum. Here you can discover new worlds, talk with real experts, and see authentic artifacts in always-changing exhibits.

Founded in 1824, The Franklin Institute is a national leader in science education in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In the spirit of inquiry and discovery embodied by Benjamin Franklin, TFI's mission is to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology through hands-on exhibits, including Your Brain, Franklin Air Show, SportsZone, Sir Isaac's Loft, Amazing Machine, Wondrous Space, Body Odyssey, and Hamilton Collections Gallery. The Franklin Institute is also home to the Fels Planetarium, the Holt & Miller Observatory, and the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. For over 200 years, TFI has honored excellence in scientific achievement through its annual Franklin Institute Awards Program.