Description
Among the many accomplishments of American Founding Father Benjamin Franklin were his pioneering contributions to electrical science. This charming felt ornament pays tribute to his famous experiment using a kite and house key to demonstrate the electrical nature of lightning. Handmade of wool by artisans in Kyrgyzstan with a yarn loop for hanging.
Museum Story
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History is responsible for the collection, care and preservation of more than three million objects. The collections reflect the breadth, depth and complexity of the experiences of the American people, from social and cultural history to the history of science, medicine and technology.
Details
- Wool felt, yarn
- Approximately 5-6"H
- Handmade so each will vary slightly
- Made in Kyrgyzstan
