In 1731, book lover Franklin created the Library Company of Philadelphia, where this week visitors can see a collection of his papers worth an estimated $3 million to $4.5 million ...
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Rare Ben Franklin memorabilia, recently displayed at Library Company of Philadelphia, to be auctioned in June
Dozens of memorabilia that once belonged to Benjamin Franklin are soon going up for auction, writes Earl Hopkins for The ...
On November 14, 1732, the Library Company of Philadelphia signed a contract with its first librarian. Founded by Benjamin Franklin and friends in November 1731, the library enrolled members for a fee ...
As millions of students return to school across the country, we take a look at how a gift from a founding father helped spark a movement to make public education a reality. Pamela Watts of Rhode ...
Historic debut: Franklin’s papers and memorabilia were publicly displayed in Philadelphia for the first time at the library he founded in 1731. Auction plans: The collection will be showcased at ...
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