Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Private Tour

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. We do not enter any of the buildings listed on the tour. We will be sitting outside them while I tell you about a particular part of Franklin's life.

1. 1

   Elfreth's Alley

   40 min

   Learn about the founding of the colony and city and Ben Franklin's early life

2. 2

   Christ Church

   Pass by

   Learn about some of the Founding Father's that knew and worked with Franklin

3. 3

   Franklin Court

   40 min

   A more detailed description of Franklin's life and the times he lived in between 1730 and 1785

4. 4

   American Philosophical Society Museum

   Pass by

   Learn a bit about Franklin at the Privy Council in early 1774

5. 5

   Independence Hall

   Pass by

   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.

6. 6

   Benjamin Franklin's Grave

   15 min

   We end at the final resting place of Dr. Franklin

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.