Art & exhibitions · Exhibition
The Benjamin Franklin Dining Room at Hillsborough Castle
An exhibition in Hillsborough Castle's State Dining Room on Benjamin Franklin's 1771 stay, marking 250 years of the US Declaration of Independence.
About it
About Step into a fascinating chapter of transatlantic history at Hillsborough Castle, where visitors can explore the castle's remarkable connection to America's founding story. To mark the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence, the magnificent State Dining Room has been transformed into The Benjamin Franklin Dining Room, showcasing a unique collection of historic objects linked to the celebrated statesman. Franklin himself stayed at the castle in 1771 while meeting with Lord Hillsborough, then Secretary of State for the Colonies, during a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the American War of Independence. This compelling exhibition reveals the complex relationship between the two men and the political tensions that would shape modern history, earning Hillsborough Castle the tongue-in-cheek title of the "birthplace of America." Discover an unforgettable experience where diplomacy, conflict, and history come vividly to life.
About Step into a fascinating chapter of transatlantic history at Hillsborough Castle, where visitors can explore the castle's remarkable connection to America's founding story. To mark the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence, the magnificent State Dining Room has been transformed into The Benjamin Franklin Dining Room, showcasing a unique collection of historic objects linked to the celebrated statesman. Franklin himself stayed at the castle in 1771 while meeting with Lord Hillsborough, then Secretary of State for the Colonies, during a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the American War of Independence. This compelling exhibition reveals the complex relationship between the two men and the political tensions that would shape modern history, earning Hillsborough Castle the tongue-in-cheek title of the "birthplace of America." Discover an unforgettable experience where diplomacy, conflict, and history come vividly to life.
