Benjamin Franklin Museum

Museum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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What to expect

The Benjamin Franklin Museum explores the life and legacy of Philadelphia's most famous citizen. The museum features interactive exhibitions, personal artifacts, computer animations, and hands-on displays, examining Franklin's life both as a private citizen and a statesman. Visitors can learn about Franklin's various roles, including his work as a printer, scientist, diplomat, and founder of civic institutions. The museum is divided into rooms that reflect different aspects of Franklin's personality and character traits, such as being strategic, rebellious, curious, and full of wonder. The museum is fully accessible for visitors with mobility impairments and offers audio described tours and tactile objects throughout the exhibit area

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Legoland and Philadelphia with Kids

Legoland and Philadelphia with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Benjamin Franklin Museum, which tells the story of his life and achievements. We also explored the outdoor area, where we could see the underground remains of his home and printshop

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the outdoor area of the Benjamin Franklin Museum, where they could see the underground remains of his home and printshop. They also enjoyed the exhibits about his life and inventions ✨