People: Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 / Place: Philadelphia (Pa.) / Creator: Franklin Institute (Philadelphia, Pa.) / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1830">1830</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1834">1834</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Start Over People Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 Place Philadelphia (Pa.) Creator Franklin Institute (Philadelphia, Pa.) Year 1830 to 1834

Extent:: 4.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1824, in honor of America's first scientist, Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute is one of the oldest and most important science institutes in the nation. Its mission is to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology. The Historical and Interpretive Collections of The Franklin Institute Frankliniana collection, 1718-2006, consists of prints, drawings, photographs, and a variety of ephemera and secondary-source materials relating to Benjamin Franklin and his activities. There is a small amount of 18th century materials signed or printed by Franklin.

Held at: The Historical and Interpretive Collections of The Franklin Institute [Contact Us]

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