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Giant Heart is back and beating at The Franklin Institute


Published on 2024-11-25 16:38:09 - Tim Hastings, N@N
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  • It's being called the heartbeat of Philadelphia. Anybody who has ever visited The Franklin Institute knows all about the giant, walk-through heart. While the science museum is filled with plenty of exhibits, it's the giant heart that elicits the most memories.

The Giant Heart exhibit at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia has reopened after undergoing renovations. This iconic exhibit, which first opened in 1954, allows visitors to walk through a 25-foot-tall, 13-foot-wide model of the human heart, offering an immersive educational experience about cardiovascular health. The exhibit has been updated with new interactive elements and educational content to enhance visitor understanding of heart function and health. The reopening coincides with the Institute's efforts to refresh its exhibits, ensuring they remain engaging and informative for new generations. Visitors can now explore the heart's chambers, learn about blood flow, and understand the importance of maintaining heart health through interactive displays and guided tours.

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