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Franklin Historical Museum
Current Rotating Exhibits
Ongoing exhibits and displays
The Clara J. Foss Johnston Memorial Federal Parlor Room at the Oliver Pond House
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Dr. Abbott Desk
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History of Franklin Timeline
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The Life of Horace Mann
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Vintage photos viewed on large interactive screen
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Exhibits
The Franklin Historical Museum exhibits our collections on both a permanent and rotating basis. Come visit us and see history come to life!
Showcasing important dates, facts, and figures from Franklin's vibrant past, this exhibit details the history of the Town and displays some of the Museum's most exciting collection materials.
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Born in Franklin on May 4, 1796, Horace Mann is one of Franklin's most famous sons. This exhibit details his amazing life and accomplishments as an lawyer, educator, statesman, abolitionist, and humanitarian.
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The Clara J. Foss Johnston Memorial Federal Parlor at the Oliver Pond House
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The Federal Parlor Room is a marvelous example of what living in Franklin's oldest home would have been like in the 1800s.