Body Worlds Exhibit Coming To Franklin Institute In February

PHILADELPHIA — One of the most eye-catching exhibits in the world is coming back to Philadelphia's Franklin Institute next month.

"Body Worlds: Vital" will open Feb. 15 at The Franklin Institute.

The 16,000 square foot exhibition will feature a collection of real human specimens, including 20 whole-body plastinates.

Plastinates such as The Skateboarder and The Guitar Player are among the 20 full-body displays, with more than 150 additional specimens on view, all preserved through Dr. Gunther von Hagens’ plastination process.

Enhanced with media experiences, these displays reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability, promoting a deeper understanding of the human body’s ability to thrive under optimal conditions and its challenges during illness.

The Franklin Institute has hosted three iterations of "Body Worlds" , including the East Coast debut of the original exhibit in 2005, which drew record-breaking crowds of over 600,000 visitors.

"BODY WORLDS has proven to be one of the most popular and impactful exhibitions in The Franklin Institute’s history, delivering massive and enduring appeal" Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute. "The exhibit invites meaningful conversations about what makes us human, from our physical form to our emotional experiences, delivering an unforgettable and thought-provoking journey."

The exhibit will be presented in the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion and The Mandell Center through Sept. 1.

Tickets are available now online here.