Nov. 27, 2009 - July 4, 2010
Minnesota History Center
Dec. 16, 2010 – Mar. 13, 2011
Bowers Museum
Apr. 14, 2011 – July 31, 2011
Heinz History Center
Sept. 2, 2011 – Jan. 8, 2012
Gerald Ford Museum
Febr. 10, 2012 – May 6, 2012
National Archives
Explore teaching tools designed to introduce students of all ages to the life and legacy of one of America’s most remarkable founding fathers. Learn More.
Explore essays and articles, Franklin-related websites, a bibliography of Franklin-related books for adults and young readers, and a chronology of major events in Franklin’s life. Learn More.
Mr. Franklin has agreed to tweet, however, he is being channeled through a 13 year-old volunteer so all of his tweets are formatted in combination of text shorthand, emoticons, online jargon and leetspeak.
Discover fun and little known facts about Franklin. You’ll be surprised by what you learn! Did you know that Ben had two birthdays? Learn More.
Explore Franklin's life through an interactive timeline. Learn about his life-long interest in self-improvement, communication, community, science, politics and diplomacy. Learn More.
Explore Franklin objects, portraits, and more in this online database. Learn More.
The Minnesota History Center and the National Eagle Center tell the tale of how Benjamin Franklin pushed for the turkey, rather than the bald eagle, to become the national symbol.
*Photos courtesy of the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary, photography by Graydon Wood