Philadelphia's Franklin Institute is teaming up with Universal Destinations & Experiences for a first-of-its-kind exhibit in 2026.
'Hosting the world premiere of an exhibition of this caliber in 2026, during what will be a monumental year for the nation, is extraordinary. We are proud to add this remarkable exhibit to the already impressive lineup of major events happening during the 2026 semi-quincentennial in Philadelphia,' Franklin Institute President and CEO Larry Dubinski said.
The North American launch of the exhibit celebrating"the trailblazing success of Universal Destinations & Experiences' world-class theme parks, which feature the industry's most thrilling and technologically advanced film and television-based attractions" is set to debut in 2026, organizers said.
Universal Destinations and Experiences -- which is owned by NBC10's parent company Comcast -- was thrilled to bring the exhibit to life. "We are delighted to partner with The Franklin Institute, one of the world’s leading museums, on this exhibition that will show visitors how Universal brings the worlds of famous movies, stories, and video games to life with a combination of creativity, innovation, and industry-leading technology," President of Universal Destinations and Experiences, New Ventures Page Thompson said.
"Hosting the world premiere of an exhibition of this caliber in 2026, during what will be a monumental year for the nation, is extraordinary. We are proud to add this remarkable exhibit to the already impressive lineup of major events happening during the 2026 semi-quincentennial in Philadelphia," Franklin Institute President and CEO Larry Dubinski said.
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