The Franklin Institute
Michael Cabán is an experienced education programs manager currently at The Franklin Institute, overseeing complex local and national education programs and managing partnerships with various organizations. Previously, Michael served as a science and education programs coordinator at SEAMAAC, where responsibilities included managing youth programs focused on arts for empowerment. A significant tenure at World Learning included roles as senior program facilitator and program associate, where Michael developed curricula and coordinated international youth leadership initiatives. Michael's extensive volunteer experience, educational background with a Master's in Social Justice in Intercultural Relations from the School for International Training, and a Bachelor's in Theater Dance and Music from Queens College contribute to a robust portfolio in education, leadership, and community engagement.
The Franklin Institute
Founded in honor of Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute is a museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and one of the oldest and premier centers of science education and development in the United States. It also houses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. In the spirit of inquiry and discovery embodied by Benjamin Franklin, the mission of The Franklin Institute is to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology. Permanent exhibits in The Franklin Institute include The Giant Heart, Your Brain, The Franklin Air Show, Electricity, Changing Earth, SportsZone, Space Command, Sir Isaac's Loft and Amazing Machine. The Franklin Institute also is home to The Tuttleman IMAX® Theater and the Fels Planetarium.