Benjamin Franklin House

Up to 40
Moderate

About Benjamin Franklin House

When exclusivity is the order of the day, the former home of Benjamin Franklin and Grade-I listed building is a top contender packed with history, and intrigue. A quintessential Georgian townhouse, in the very heart of the City of Westminter, this unique venue is an ideal location for corporate and private events, from reception drinks to standout dinners or even lectures. With soaring ceilings, natural light, and history in every corner there are plenty of opportunities for filming and photoshoots. Alternatively, you can take a tour of the building and its architecture with an expert guide.

A dedicated operations manager is on hand to aid in any organisational queries, create bespoke packages and cater to all event and budgetary requirements. And with links to the best catering and flower arranging services, the events team is more than happy to put you in contact with the best people to ensure your event supersedes expectations. An intimate space, standing drinks receptions can accommodate up to 40 guests, while for a luxurious dinner the room can be arranged to seat 30. There are also reception rooms available for hire, including Margaret’s Parlour and The Card Room both of which make an ideal spot for a welcoming drink.

Whether it’s a corporate event, or a celebratory evening, its a space that is sure to impress - not just with its historical connections, but with the exemplary service, and unforgettable setting. A board meeting room is also available to hire, for those meetings that require a touch of drama in close proximity to transport links.

Whether its Franklin’s political life, the 16 years he spent in the big smoke, his laboratory, original items, or the opportunity to have dinner and drinks where he lived, 36 Craven Street has something to offer. For more information on possible hires, simply get in contact with the venue.

Venue Facilities
Exclusive Hire
Garden or courtyard
Screening room
Team building facilities
Video conferencing
Wifi available

Good to know

Delegates/Guests
Up to 40
Venue Hire Cost
Moderate
Venue Type
Meeting room, Members club, Museum art gallery, Party venue
Venue Style
Cool, Historic, Quirky and unusual, Traditional

Videos and 360 tours

Virtual Tour

Benjamin Franklin House Events

Free4th of July at the Benjamin Franklin House!
Event
4th of July at the Benjamin Franklin House!

04 Jul 2024

We are delighted to invite you to the Benjamin Franklin House for our July Fourth festivities! Join us for tours, refreshments, and many photo opportunities.
Tours:


Self-guided Tours – £12.50 (plus booking fees)
Available from 10-11:30 am, 11:30 am-1 pm, and 1-2:30 pm

Walking Tours – £12.50 (plus booking fees)
Available at 3:30 pm

Museum Lates – £17.50 (plus booking fees)
Available from 5-6 pm, 6-7 pm, and 7-8 pm

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FreeRefugee Week Family Event – ‘Our Home’
Event
Refugee Week Family Event – ‘Our Home’

02 Dec 2024 until 18 Dec 2024

Meet our illustrator in residence, Kremena Dimitrova, and hear about her research related to the museum.

Learn about one of 36 Craven Street’s lesser-known 18th Century residents.

Discover how illustration can be used to visualise history by practicing your existing creative skills and by learning new artistic techniques.

Participate in the co-creation of a research comic to be exhibited at Benjamin Franklin House on 2-18 December 2024.

Make your very own visual creations to take with you home.

We are running two FREE workshops on the day, designed primarily for KS3 and KS4 children. Our first session will be for KS3 (aged 11-14) and our second session will be for KS4 (14-16). However, all are welcome to take part.

KS3 session (10:00-11:15).

KS4 session (11:15-12:30).

 

Number of participants per session: Maximum 15.

Activities: Storytelling, observational drawing, tracing, mapping.

More Information

Benjamin Franklin House Rooms

Dining & Reception

Dining & Reception

40
Standing
30
Banquet

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Franklin

Franklin's Parlour

12
Meeting

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Private Tour

Private Tour

30
Standing

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Location

36 Craven Street, Charing Cross, London, WC2N 5NF

0207 839 2006

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