Logan Square in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Franklin National Memorial
Photographed By Larry Gertner, September 2014
1. The Franklin National Memorial Marker
Benjamin Franklin once wrote: “if you would not be forgotten, as soon as you are dead and rotten, either write things worth reading, or do things worth writing.”
Over the course of his remarkable life, Franklin did both. He was a successful businessman, scientist, inventor, printer, writer, humorist and philosopher.
He also led a long and active political life. As one of our country’s founding fathers, he helped draft the Declaration of Independence, and signed the Constitution at the age of 81.
It’s fitting that his memorial is located here in Philadelphia, the city he loved. His monument sits just beyond The Franklin Institute’s entrance, in Memorial Hall.
When the Institute opened in 1937, what was then called the Fairmount Parkway, was renamed the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in his honor.
Favorite Son, Benjamin Franklin
Born in Boston, Benjamin Franklin ran away to Philadelphia at age 17. This city seemed to suit him, and except for a few extended stays in Europe, he lived here the rest of his life.
Franklin gave back much to the city he loved. He created Philadelphia's first library and its first fire company, and help found Pennsylvania Hospital, the first hospital in the colonies.
Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music
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Location. 39° 57.483′ N, 75° 10.333′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Logan Square. Marker is on North 20th Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 222 N 20th St, Philadelphia PA 19103, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Aero Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Aero Memorial Pillar (a few steps from this marker); The Franklin Institute (within shouting distance of this marker); All Wars Memorial to Colored Soldiers and Sailors (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named All Wars Memorial to Colored Soldiers and Sailors (within shouting distance of this marker); The City Plan of Philadelphia (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Grand Cultural Boulevard (about 300 feet away); 1914-1918 Tribute Trees (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Philadelphia.
Also see . . .
1. The Franklin Institute - Explore the Museum. The Franklin Institute homepage. (Submitted on April 16, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. Wikipedia entry.
Photographed By Larry Gertner, September 2014
2. The Franklin Institute
Credits. This page was last revised on December 21, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 7, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 371 times since then and 46 times this year. Last updated on February 28, 2022, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 7, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
