This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Visit Philadelphia. The opinions and text are all mine.
Benjamin Franklin’s claims to infamy in Philadelphia tend to be historically related: signing the Declaration of Independence, frequenting Christ Church, Masonic Temple & more. But did you know Ben influenced much of Philadelphia’s green scene?
Benjamin may not have founded recycling or bike lanes, but he did have a few impacts. Let’s revisit a few of them:
Readers, what greenspiration did Benjamin Franklin leave behind for you?
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