Evolving over the years, but retaining a passion for exploration and discovery, the heart of the Institute's mission remains public science and technology education - through interactive exhibits, theater-based programming, educational programs and outreach.

The Franklin Institute is composed of three centers of division, The Science Center, The Center for Innovation in Science Learning, and The Benjamin Franklin Center. The Center for Innovation in Science Learning (CISL), in support of its commitment to bringing technology and science education to the public, focuses on supporting teachers and administrators, enhancing the use of technology in teaching, and providing educational services on line. The CISL has developed a special focus on girls and young women in science, and also on young leaders in science. The Franklin Institute is a non-profit science center that relies on a variety of funding sources to carry out its mission.

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