New Exhibits

Boatloads of Ben: Franklin's "Strong Inclination for the Sea"

Open through September 24, 2006!
Franklin's Philadelphia was one of the world's busiest ports, a crossroads for ships from Europe, South America, and Africa. He charted the Gulf Stream, studied sail design, and organized America's first navy. Help celebrate Ben's 300th birthday while discovering how Franklin applied his genius to the nautical puzzles of the day at this fun and informative exhibit. Free with admission or membership.

The Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary is an alliance created in 2000 by five Philadelphia institutions: the American Philosophical Society, The Franklin Institute Science Museum, the Library Company of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the University of Pennsylvania. Its purpose is to celebrate the 300-year anniversary of Benjamin Franklin's birth (1706-2006), and its projects have been endorsed as the official national celebration by the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary Commission, a federal advisory body.

Events & Exhibits

New Exhibits

Boatloads of Ben: Franklin's "Strong Inclination for the Sea"