Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin is an American inventor, writer, and Founding Father.
He is known for his studies on electricity, his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence, and his work as a diplomat and scientist who helped shape the foundation of the United States.
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WSJ: ‘Philadelphia: A Narrative History’ Offers Insights, But Focuses Unevenly on One Side of the Coin
Philadelphia: A Narrative History, a book by Paul Kahan is a trove of knowledge about the city, but it spends all too much time focusing…
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New Book Explores Philadelphia’s Role in Birth and Growth of Vegetarianism in the United States
Revolutionary Peace: How Philadelphia Launched the U.S. Vegetarian and Vegan Movement by Vance Lehmkuhl explores the city’s role in the birth and growth of vegetarianism…
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Two Historic Philadelphia Churches Continue to Serve As Cornerstones of Faith After Centuries
Standing nearby each other for centuries, Philadelphia’s Christ Church and Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church continue to serve as the spiritual home for many…
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Ken Burns’ New Documentary ‘The American Revolution’ Puts Ben Franklin at Start, Philadelphia at Center
After a decade of filming for his new docuseries The American Revolution, Ken Burns begins with Ben Franklin and positions Philadelphia right at the heart…
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Untangling a Revolution: How Ken Burns and His Team Brought America’s Revolution to Life
Everyone thinks they know the story of the American Revolution including the midnight rides, the musket smoke, George Washington at Valley Forge. But filmmaker Ken…
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Across All 6 Episodes, Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley Take Center Stage in Ken Burns’ The American Revolution
The Revolution that changed the world was born right here in the Delaware Valley, in the muddy crossroads of Chester County, the meeting houses of…
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How Secret Meetings at Carpenters’ Hall in Philadelphia Helped Secure America’s Independence
A secret meeting between Benjamin Franklin and French spy Julien-Alexandre Achard de Bonvouloir at Carpenters’ Hall in 1775 helped bolster America’s fight for independence, writes…
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North Broad Corridor in Philadelphia Boasts Grandeur, Landmarks, and Cultural Momentum
Philadelphia’s revitalized North Broad corridor is brimming with restored grandeur, historic landmarks, and a powerful current of cultural energy, according to Visit Philadelphia. The four-mile…
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Fairmount Teen Becomes Youngest Storyteller at Historic Philadelphia’s ‘Once Upon a Nation’ Benches
Zoe Levenstien has eagerly awaited Historic Philadelphia’s annual “Once Upon a Nation” storytelling benches since she was four — and now, at 17, she is…
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Masonic Temple in Philadelphia Showcases Wide Array of Unique Gems
While the Masonic Temple in Center City is rich with symbolism — from the two sphinx statues flanking the entryway staircase to many portraits of…
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You Are What You Choose: Unlocking Your Potential Through Free Will
Jean-Paul Sartre once said, “Man is nothing else but that which he makes of himself.” This idea — that we create ourselves entirely through the…
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WSJ: Why Jon Bon Jovi’s Admiration for Philadelphia Native Benjamin Franklin is ‘So Deep’
Jon Bon Jovi, a world-famous rock star, recently revealed his strong admiration for Philadelphia native Benjamin Franklin, writes Lane Florsheim for The Wall Street Journal.…
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Benjamin Franklin Can Be Credited For Inventing the Library As We Know It Today
Founding father Benjamin Franklin was a versatile inventor, and one of his many contributions to humanity include libraries as we know them today, writes Elizabeth…
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American Heritage Credit Union Kicks Off Annual Grand Illumination with Fireworks, Holiday Performances
American Heritage Credit Union — which has locations in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Camden counties — recently kicked off its 16th Annual Grand Illumination…
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Remembering How Franklin Field Changed Over the Years
Franklin Field, the home of the University of Pennsylvania’s football program, is both a Pann staple and a Philadelphia landmark, writes Alexis Garcia for The…
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Most Illustrations of Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia Kite Experiment Filled with Historical Inaccuracies
Most of the illustrations of Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment on the outskirts of Philadelphia are riddled with historical inaccuracies, writes Jennifer Ouellette for Ars Technica.…
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