History of ben franklin stores
Ben Franklin (company)
American retail store chain
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1877; 148 years ago (1877) (as Butler Brothers) 1927; 98 years ago (1927) (as Ben Franklin) |
| Headquarters | Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin ,U.S. |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Crafts |
| Owner | Promotions Unlimited |
Ben Franklin is a chain of five and dime and arts and crafts stores found primarily in small towns throughout the United States, currently owned by Promotions Unlimited of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin.[1] They are organized using a franchise system, with individual stores owned by independent proprietors.
It was perhaps the first retail franchise, starting in 1927.[2] They are named after Benjamin Franklin, taking a cue in their merchandise offerings from Franklin's saying, "A penny saved is a penny earned."
History
Origins
The chain originated in Boston in 1877 as Butler Brothers, a mail-order wh Ben Franklin (company) - Wikipedia LIS