Events

Walking Tours: American History in London

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Life Drawing at Benjamin Franklin House

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Past Events

Life Drawing at Benjamin Franklin House

Join us for an inspiring evening of life drawing in the Benjamin Franklin House.
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4th of July

Celebrate the Fourth of July with us! 🎆 We are delighted…
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4th July Walking Tours - Benjamin Franklin in London

Celebrate the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence by retracing Franklin's footsteps around the City of Westminster.
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Honouring Sir Bob Reid

Honouring Sir Bob Reid, Chairman Emeritus of Benjamin Franklin House 1 May 1934 – 28 May 2025
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Flag Day

Come celebrate Flag Day with us at the Benjamin…
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Franklin's Young Scientists: Forces

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 10-14).
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Online Talk: War, Faith, and the Political Genius of Benjamin Franklin

Join us online for a talk by historian Brady Crytzer, where…
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An Evening with Historian George Boudreau

    Join us as we host our friend George Boudreau,…
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Walking Tours: American History in London

Follow in Benjamin Franklin's footsteps as we head out on a whistle-stop tour of some fascinating American history sites in Central London.
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Family Springtime Open House

    Join us for a FREE day of family fun…
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Children's Spring Craft Fair at Fulham Palace

Join a fun-filled spring craft fair, featuring a number of west London museums at Fulham Palace.
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Colour and Paint in the Smaller 18th-century Town House with Patrick Baty

Wednesday, 12 March @ 6pm Get tickets here via Eventbrite!   Join…
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Ben's Bon Voyage

March 20, 2025 - 6pm Get tickets here via Eventbrite!
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Ben's 319th Birthday Bash

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Robert H. Smith Lecture in Democracy

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Thanksgiving at Benjamin Franklin House

Join us on Thanksgiving Day!   9-11am: FREE drop-in social…
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2024 US Election Debate with Justin Webb

Join moderator Justin Webb, the BBC's first North America…
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Family Event: Halloween!

Trick or treat! Join us at Benjamin Franklin House for a FREE fun-filled day as we explore the history of America's spookiest holiday and craft some terrifyingly good decorations to take home!
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Frankly Speaking Debate Competition 2025- Applications Open

A Benjamin Franklin House debate competition in collaboration with the US Embassy London and the DAR Walter Hines Page Chapter.
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Ben's Book Club Returns!

We're proud to be hosting an array of accomplished historians…
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Summer Family Events @ Benjamin Franklin House

Every Wednesday in August we will be running a series of historical skills workshops at the House. We will be holding two sessions per workshop with limited tickets available in the morning and afternoon. 
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Summer Family Events: Untold Stories - Visualising History

Learn about 36 Craven Street’s lesser-known 18th Century young resident and help us tell their story.
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Children's Summer Fair

Join a fun-filled summer craft fair at Fulham Palace, featuring Benjamin Franklin House, the William Morris Society and Leighton House!
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Summer Walking Tours

We're pleased to announce the return of our Summer Walking Tours…
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Franklin's Young Scientists: The Solar System

The Young Scientists will explore our Solar System; what it is and how it works. We will also design and craft our very own diorama of the Solar System to take home!
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Refugee Week Family Event - 'Our Home'

Join us on Saturday 22nd June 2024 to celebrate Refugee Week (theme: “Our Home”) in the heart of London at Benjamin Franklin House, 36 Craven Street.
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The Coercive Acts – Response to the Boston Tea Party

You are cordially invited to join the Walter Hines Page Chapter, NSDAR (National Society Daughters of The American Revolution) and the Kew Society as we explore the Coercive Acts of 1774, a key element in the lead-up to the Declaration of Independence.
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Franklin's Young Scientists: Forces

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 10-14). Participants learn all about the experiments carried out by Benjamin Franklin and his British friends as well as trying their hand at practical investigations. A range of core topics from the science curriculum are covered including electricity, forces, sound and the human body.
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Education Volunteers Needed!

Are you looking for some experience in delivering exciting creative learning opportunities for young people? If so, Benjamin Franklin House needs you!
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Family Event: Christmas!

Join us after-school on Wednesday 13th December at 4:30pm as we celebrate Christmas at Benjamin Franklin's wonderful Grade I-Listed Georgian town house in the heart of London.
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Family Event: Thanksgiving!

Join us at Benjamin Franklin House as we celebrate this American holiday and learn about its rich history from its colonial origins to now!
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Franklin's Young Scientists: Electricity

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 10-14).
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Dr Tristram Hunt: ‘The Radical Potter: Josiah Wedgwood and the Transformation of Britain’

Join Benjamin Franklin House and Dr Tristram Hunt on 16th November…
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After Dark at Craven Street

Thursday 26 and Monday 30th October 2022, 2pm-7pm. Are you…
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Family Event: Halloween!

Trick or treat! Join us at Benjamin Franklin House for a FREE fun-filled day as we explore the history of America's spookiest holiday and craft some terrifyingly good decorations to take home!
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Volunteers Needed!

Would you like to volunteer at Benjamin Franklin House? We have…
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Virtual Talk: A Day in the Life of Benjamin Franklin

Our Education Manager, Henry Wilkinson, will be delivering a FREE virtual talk chronicling Benjamin Franklin's life in London. Using the wealth of information that we can pluck from Franklin's papers, the talk will explore his life in 18th century Britain.
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OPEN HOUSE @ Benjamin Franklin House 2023

We're taking part in Open House 2023! We'll be free to enter…
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To Begin The World Over Again: The Life of Thomas Paine

Join us on the 15th October for Ian Ruskin's one-man play exploring…
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Summer Break @ Ben's House

This summer at Benjamin Franklin House we are running a series of historical skills workshops for all the family to enjoy!
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Children's Summer Fair 2023

Join Fulham Palace and Benjamin Franklin House for a fun-filled bank holiday family event!
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Franklin's Young Scientists: The Anatomy

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 7-12). Participants learn all about the experiments carried out by Benjamin Franklin and his British friends as well as trying their hand at practical investigations. A range of core topics from the science curriculum are covered including electricity, forces, sound and the human body.
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Recreating Franklin: What it Means to Bring Benjamin Franklin Alive

6 July 2023, 7pm Join BFH Playwright in Residence, Michael…
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Franklin's Young Scientists: THE HUMAN BODY

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 7-14).
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Family Event: Fourth of July!

Join us afterschool to celebrate Fourth of July at Benjamin Franklin House! Learn about Franklin's role in American independence and more!
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Breakfast Lecture with Mark Skousen

Tuesday June 6 2023, 8:30-9:30am, Benjamin Franklin House. “Great…
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Franklin's Young Scientists: LIGHT

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 7-14). Participants learn all about the experiments carried out by Benjamin Franklin and his British friends as well as trying their hand at practical investigations. A range of core topics from the science curriculum are covered including electricity, forces, sound and the human body.
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Family Event: Coronation Celebration!

In 1761, Benjamin Franklin attended the coronation of King George III. 262 years later, London is preparing for the coronation of King Charles III. Join us at Benjamin Franklin House on Monday 1st May at 2:30pm as we take a look at the history of the kings and queens of England.
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Fulbright Lecture: Extinction Rebellion, Eco-Drama, and the Myth of "Saving the World"

Lecture is now available for viewing on our YouTube channel. Lecture…
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4th of July at the Benjamin Franklin House

Spend 4th of July at the home of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin! As…
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The Coronation: 4-7 May 2023

Join us in the heart of Westminster as we celebrate the Coronation…
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BFH logo next to painting of Charing Cross in the 18th century.

Summer Walking Tour: Benjamin Franklin's 18th Century London

Discover the sights, sounds and smells of Benjamin Franklin’s…
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Franklin and Collinson: Sowing the Seeds of Revolution

The garden has long been associated with this green and pleasant…
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Family Event: Easter!

Join us on Easter Monday to learn all about Easter in the 18th Century and create some egg-xcellent arts and crafts!
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Book Talk: ‘Poor Richard’s Women’ By Nancy Rubin Stuart

Join us this Women’s History Month as we talk to Nancy Rubin…
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Franklin's Young Scientists: SOUND!

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 7-14).Participants learn all about the experiments carried out by Benjamin Franklin and his British friends as well as trying their hand at practical investigations.
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Family Event: Inside Benjamin Franklin's House

Our first family event of 2023 will explore Benjamin Franklin House to uncover what life was like in 18th century London. We will learn about the history behind each room of this Grade-I listed Georgian townhouse to understand what would have been happening here over 250 years ago!
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Franklin's Young Scientists: FORCES!

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring…
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Franklin's Young Scientists: ELECTRICITY!

Franklin’s Young Scientists is our FREE science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 2/3 (ages 10-14). Participants learn all about the experiments carried out by Benjamin Franklin and his British friends as well as trying their hand at practical investigations.
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Ben's Birthday and the House's Anniversary Bash!

You’d have the Custom broke, you say, That marks with festive…
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Family Event: Christmas!

Join us on Monday 19th December at 11am as we celebrate Christmas in Benjamin Franklin's wonderful Grade I-Listed Georgian town house in the heart of London. You and your family will learn all about the rich history of Christmas in the 18th century and discover which Georgian traditions have survived to this day!
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Being Human Festival 2022

Did you know that this year marks the 250th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin's visit to the Lake District in 1772?
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After Dark: Christmas at Craven Street

Glistening by candlelight, our 18th century Georgian Home is…
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Benjamin Franklin House at History Camp America 2022

On Saturday 5th November, we will be taking part in History Camp America 2022! Across the day there will be a series of interesting virtual talks and tours from institutions all over the US. Benjamin Franklin House will be joining from across the pond to deliver a virtual tour of the House and demonstration of Franklin's Glass Armonica.
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Thanksgiving: The Origin of Tradition and Native Perspective

Join us on Native American Heritage Day to rethink the story…
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Event poster for our London Thanksgiving event. Leaves border the image and a cartoon turkey in in the centre.

After Dark: Thanksgiving

Looking for the perfect London Thanksgiving? Whether you're an…
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Family Event: Thanksgiving

Join us on Sunday 13 November 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. as we celebrate the traditional American holiday of Thanksgiving. You will learn all about this popular event and also learn how to decorate your house to celebrate it!
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Family Event: Halloween

Trick or treat! Join us on 26th & 27th October at Benjamin Franklin House for a fun-filled morning as we explore the history of America's spookiest holiday and craft some terrifyingly good decorations to take home!
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After Dark: The Cadavers of Craven Street

Thursday 27 October 2022, from 5pm. Are you ready to explore…
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Children's Summer Fair 2022

This year, Benjamin Franklin House is collaborating with the William Morris Society and Fulham Palace for an exciting Children’s Summer Fair to end the Summer Holidays!
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Virtual Talk: Benjamin Franklin and Popular Culture

Thursday 1st September 2022 – 5pm BST/12pm ET Join our Front…
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Family Event: Portrait Perfect

Strike a pose! Discover the secrets of portraiture and explore…
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Family Event: Bones in the Basement!

Uncover the truth behind the bones that were found buried in…
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Family Event: Letters From the Past

Quills at the ready! Join us as we learn about Benjamin Franklin's…
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Portrait of Benjamin Franklin conducting the kite and key experiment

Family Event: Let's Go Fly a Kite!

Discover the true nature of lightning at Benjamin Franklin…
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BFH logo next to painting of Charing Cross in the 18th century.

Summer Walking Tour: Benjamin Franklin's 18th Century London

Thursday 03 August 2023, 3pm.  Discover the sights, sounds…
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Celebrate 4th July Weekend with us!

Spend 4th July weekend at the home of Founding Father, Benjamin…
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Platinum Jubilee Celebrations: Benjamin Franklin's Relationship with the Crown

Join us as we celebrate HM The Queen's Platinum Jubilee! Thursday…
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Franklin's Young Inventors Science Club: Light

Saturday 16th July 2022 (10:30am-11:30am). Register here. Join…
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Benjamin Franklin actor at Franklin's parlour

Virtual Talk: A Day in the Life of Benjamin Franklin

Thursday 7th July 2022 - 5pm BST/12pm ET Join our Education…
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Illustration of Benjamin Franklin playing the armonica.

Franklin's Young Inventors Science Club: Sound

Saturday 21 May, 10:30am-11.30am. Register here to attend in-person. Join…
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Family Event: Dress Like a Georgian!

Tuesday 26th July 2022 at (11am-12pm) & (1:30pm-2:30pm) In…
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Family Event: Inside Benjamin Franklin's Georgian House!

Tuesday 31st May 2022 - (11am-12pm) & (1:30pm-2:30pm) This…
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Georgian Easter Celebration!

Join us for Easter-themed crafts and games. Take part in a special Easter egg hunt inspired by Benjamin Franklin’s inventions and scientific work.
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