Explore the life of Benjamin Franklin on a guided walking tour. Learn about his contributions to science, politics, and literature, and discover his role in shaping America.

PRICE: $45
per person

 

Discover the extraordinary life and times of Benjamin Franklin on this in-depth walking tour. Learn about his life, his loves, and his alter-ego, Richard Saunders, Poor Richard.

Find out how Franklin was front and center during turbulent times and how he shaped America from 13 disparate colonies into the cohesive United States. Hear about his participation in conferences on the French and Indian War, the 2nd Continental Congress, and the Constitutional Convention.

Learn about Franklin’s role in signing the four major documents of this period and how he was at home with experts in electricity, meteorology, geology, linguistics, mathematics, literature, philosophy, and politics.

Step back in time and explore the life and times of Benjamin Franklin
Learn about Franklin’s role in shaping America from 13 colonies to a nation
Discover Franklin’s alter-ego, Richard Saunders, and his Poor Richard tales
Explore Franklin’s contributions to science, politics, and literature
Understand Franklin’s role in the French and Indian War and the Constitution

In-depth tour of Benjamin Franklin’s life
Discussion on Franklin’s role in shaping America
Insights into Franklin’s contributions to major historical documents
Transportation to the tour location
Food and drinks

 

 

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