As a letter to Franklin from George Washington goes up for auction, the author and inventor also figures in New York Lottery commercials.

Benjamin Franklin’s famous quote, “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success ...

Today, we celebrate the towering life and legacy of Benjamin Franklin—printer and philosopher, inventor and diplomat, public servant and patriot, and one of the most consequential Americans to ever ...

Benjamin Franklin, a founding father of the United States, was a man of many talents. He invented the lightning rod and bifocal glasses. His quote, "Nothing is certain except for death and taxes," ...

Historical southern city unveils new statue and marker honoring the city’s namesake, Benjamin Franklin I don’t want ...

Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.

Every day is important, holding an opportunity for a new adventure, an exciting event. Each day in history holds something ...

Six years after nearly folding into another school, the vocational college has moved to Roxbury with the help of more than $60 million in donations.

Nepal, Jan. 31 -- Revisiting memories not only revives interpersonal experiences but also gathers recollections of 'first times', filled with the crisp excitement of new inventions. In his memoir ...

Calder Gardens in Philadelphia offers visitors a different experience with every step, and in every season. Here's what to ...

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These cartoons about history are great for parents to watch with their kids to explore history in a factual, fun, and ...