Benjamin Franklin House (Museum)

Benjamin Franklin House (Museum) 36 Craven Street, Charing Cross, London - King George III

The American War of Independence took place during King George III’s reign.

Benjamin Franklin lived at this house for 16 years, Franklin was a scientist, inventor, philosopher and diplomat, he helped draft the Declaration of Independence of the United States. Franklin was mostly self-taught and yet considered to be the most intelligent American of his age - he received only two years of formal education (Boston Latin School).

Benjamin Franklin House is a Grade I listed property.

Nearest tube station is Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo Lines) 2-minute walk via Craven Street or Northumberland Street. (Short walk from Trafalgar Square.)

Admission fee: £7.50