My Amazing Cousin Ben: A Historical Presentation on our Founding Father
Benjamin Franklin
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 6:30 at the Marquette Regional History Center

Join us for an hour-long, whirlwind tour on the amazing life and revolutionary genius of Benjamin Franklin. Presented by historian and music professor at NMU, Dr James A. Strain (a first cousin 12 times removed) to Benjamin Franklin! Learn dozens of well-known and little-known facts about Dr Franklin’s contributions to the independence of the United States. Dr Strain will display his collection of early U.S. and colonial flags. He will include maps and music, scientific discoveries, and writings of wisdom by which to live. So, bring your bifocals, pull up a chair next to the Franklin stove, and hold on to your kite string as a myriad of electrifying and fascinating facts about Dr Benjamin Franklin are unveiled. $5.00 suggested donation. For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.