Public Events

Dr. Franklin’s Virtual Birthday Tour

1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Program took place on 1/13/2022

Recording available below 

Charles Willson Peale's portrait of Benjamin Franklin

Thursday, January 13 from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

 

Join us as we take a stroll through the virtual exhibition, "Dr. Franklin, Citizen Scientist" and celebrate Benjamin Franklin’s upcoming birthday. Our Museum Education Coordinator, Ali Rospond will take you through the virtual exhibition and share some of her favorite stories from Franklin’s life.

This informal event will take place virtually on Zoom.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

 

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