Franklin Court

Did you know? Franklin discovered the gulf stream, developed Daylight Savings Time, started the postal service & first public library , invented swim fins, bifocals & lightning rods-among other things! Read more

Cool space, leads to a number of other historical spots!

Above ground, a steel structure nicknamed the “ghost house” outlines the shape of what was Ben Franklin’s house. Underground, his life and accomplishments are celebrated in a museum complex. Read more

A rental property built by Benjamin Franklin in 1786. See architectural and archaeological features of 18th century houses.

Discover Franklin Court, an underground museum , a colonial printing office , and Benjamin Franklin’s first permanent home in Philadelphia.

Ben Franklin himself, from time to time, makes appearances at Franklin Court regaling visitors with stories about his life and times.

Stop into the B Free Franklin Post Office to get letters and postcards hand stamped with Franklin's signature.

The Underground Museum is closed for renovation until 2012. Goodbye, weird telephone things I remember from class trips!

Worth a stop if you have a few minutes to spare. See parts of B. Franklin's home.

Hours: 9 am - 5 pm