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This is an in-depth tour through the extraordinary life and times of Benjamin Franklin. We learn about his life, his loves, and his alter-ego, Richard Saunders, Poor Richard.
We discover how during these turbulent times than Benjamin Franklin was front and center and how he shaped America from 13 disparate colonies into the cohesive United States, participating in conferences on the French and Indian War, the 2nd Continental Congress, and the Constitutional Convention.
No other man in history signed the four major documents of this period and we will learn about Franklin's role in each of them.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the corner of Front Street and Elfreth's Alley
Corner of 5th and Arch Streets
Itinerary
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1Elfreth's Alley
Learn about the founding of the colony and city and Ben Franklin's early life
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Learn about some of the Founding Father's that knew and worked with Franklin
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A more detailed description of Franklin's life and the times he lived in between 1730 and 1785
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Learn a bit about Franklin at the Privy Council in early 1774
Admission ticket free -
4
Discover Franklin's role at the 2nd Continental Congress, his editing of the Declaration of the United States, and his participation in the Philadelphia Convention of 1787 and the creation of the Constitution.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We end at the final resting place of Dr. Franklin
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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