The Papers of Benjamin Franklin, hosted by Yale University, is a comprehensive digital archive dedicated to the life and work of one of America’s Founding Fathers. This project aims to collect, edit, and publish the correspondence and writings of Benjamin Franklin, providing insights into his scientific endeavors, diplomatic missions, and contributions to American society. The digital edition offers searchable access to thousands of documents, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of early American history. Through this project, users can explore the multifaceted legacy of Franklin and his impact on the nation’s development.
Benjamin Franklin Papers
Learn more about the Benjamin Franklin Papers
Discover Other Projects
The Association for Documentary Editing
The ADE brings historical documents to life by helping editors preserve, interpret, and share important records from the past with the public.
Recent Posts
Call for Display Copies of Books for Recovery/ADE Conference
Dear ADE Community, The ADE will have an information table throughout the joint Recovery/ADE conference this October in Houston....
The Correspondence of Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore Publishes Its First Volume
We are delighted to announce the publication of volume 1 of The Correspondence of Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore. The first...
Papers of Andrew Jackson: hiring a Web Designer and Digital Humanities Editor
Job Description The Web Designer and Digital Humanities Editor position is fully grant funded for four years, running from...
Update on Recovery-ADE Conference
Dear Colleagues, Updated information regarding the joint conference sponsored by the ADE and Recovering the US Hispanic Literary...
