Benjamin Franklin

As Benjamin Franklin was often described, Mitchell Kramer is considered approachable, knowledgeable, and humorous.

Mitchell has performed for leading institutions, many founded and supported by Benjamin Franklin.

The University of Pennsylvania
Harvard University
Temple University

The Library Company of Philadelphia
The Free Library of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks

Historic Christ Church and Burial Ground
Congregation Mikvah Israel

International Swimming Hall of Fame
National Constitution Center
Museum of the American Revolution

Franklin Institute
Independence National Historical Park
Valley Forge Historical National Park

CNN News Network
ABC Good Morning America
Major League Baseball

and many more.

Mitchell excels at mingling, posing for portraits and sharing entertaining stories from history.

Mitchell Kramer holds a B.A. theater and history from Hampshire College and studied at Circle In The Square, the Broadway acting conservatory.

“Mitch Kramer doesn’t impersonate Ben Franklin. He embodies him. Kramer captures not only Franklin’s mannerisms and voice, but his way of being in the world, his essence. Watching Kramer perform, I found myself transported and transfixed. When I asked a question, I felt it was Franklin himself who answered.”

Eric Weiner, New York Times Bestselling author
The Geography of Bliss and other titles.

Actor and historian Mitchell Kramer has become widely recognized for his portrayal of Benjamin Franklin.

Mitchell's expertise and approachable demeanor make him a sought-after speaker and performer, and his vast experience has made him a respected figure in the historical community.

In addition to his acting work, is also an accomplished writer, having contributed stories about 18th century Philadelphia to various publications and interactive theater pieces.

He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with his wife and their cat, Turtle.

Clients include:

Independence National Historical Park
Valley Forge National Historical Park

The University of Pennsylvania, founded by Benjamin Franklin
Temple University
Yeshiva University
Kean University

The Library Company of Philadelphia, founded by Benjamin Franklin
The Free Library of Philadelphia

Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks
Historic Christ Church and Burial Ground, final resting place of Benjamin Franklin
Historic Congregation Mikvah Israel, founded 1737

International Swimming Hall of Fame, on behalf of Benjamin Franklin’s induction
Colonial Dames
Daughters of the American Revolution

Pennsylvania Convention Center
Museum of the American Revolution
Franklin Institute
Independence Visitor Center
National Constitution Center

Johnson And Johnson
TD Bank
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Thomas Built Buses
Blue Coat Distillery

Fox Sports, MLB and NFL broadcasts
ESPN, College Football broadcast
ABC Good Morning America
CNN News Network
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and many more. ​

He is on the Board of Directors of Mount Sinai Cemetery, founded in 1856.
He is a member of the Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides
He is a shareholder of the Library Company of Philadelphia

Kramer has a B.A. in playwriting and history from Hampshire College, Amherst, MA
​and attended the Broadway theater’s Circle In The Square Acting Conservatory.

A glass of water.