The Franklin Institute

Tonight we're joined by guest Ken MacLeod, a rocket/satellite engineer. What happens when satellites collide in orbit? Biiiiiiiigggggg Mess! Why it could be a major problem and how can we avoid or fix it?

#Election2020 is almost here and the National Constitution Center and the Franklin Institute want to make sure you're ready! Register for free #NCCed election history prep then visit the #PresidentsbyMadameTussauds exhibit & meet American leaders! NCC classes: http://ow.ly/19Ou50BXGI7 #FranklinInstitute tickets: http://ow.ly/xjxN50BXGOi

Scientists have found 'the first unambiguous detection of molecular water on the sunlit moon'. It is important to note that the discovery was less than half a liter of water per metric ton of lunar soil. #scienceiseverywhere

How it started vs. How it's going: 1: FI Cat.# 7046 Original building at 7th St. Recolored by William Jennings. 2: FI Cat.# 7253 Beginning construction at 21St. 3: FI Cat.# 7253 almost done! 4: Today! And don't miss our #PresidentsbyMadameTussauds exhibit - we're in the final weeks! fi.edu/presidents

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TODAY IS THE DAY! Make sure your voice is heard! Find your polling place or check the status of your ballot - vote.org

- ?#PresidentsbyMadameTussauds https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-how-to.shtml

He's back! Get ready to explore the Night Skies this Thursday with Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts!

Loving this sky! Hope everyone's getting ready for an awesome weekend! @jd80aerials #franklinfriday #benfranklin #allaboutthebenjamins

#FoundattheFranklin: #DidYouKnow that Sir Isaac's Loft has reopened? Stop by and check out fun activities focusing on Newton's Laws of Motion! Here's a challenge - can you figure out how this activity works?

Has your family had A LOT more screen time lately? Come play with us! Extend your child's virtual learning with interactive exhibits, live science shows, and personal access to our inspiring scientists and educators. Reserve your tickets: fi.edu