Benjamin Franklin Statue
Type of Site
Streets & Squares, Buildings & Monuments
Streets & Squares, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Downtown
Downtown
Interests That Apply
History
History
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks:
Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Lunch
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Lunch
Restrooms:
Not Available
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Benjamin Franklin Statue
For One of America's Founding Fathers
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12th St NW and Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, D.C. |
Description
This statue of printer, diplomat, and inventor Benjamin Franklin stands on a pedestal in front of the Old Post Office Pavilion at 12th St. and Pennsylvania Ave., NW. Franklin's statue stands here because he was also a postmaster, appointed by King George III before the Revolutionary War.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 24 hrsVisit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Metro: Federal Triangle
Best Modes of Transportation:
Subway
Parking Availability: Limited
Parking Safety: Safe
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