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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1877 (as Butler Brothers) 1927 (as Ben Franklin) |
| Headquarters | , 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."
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- ^ Huttner, Sidney F. (September 22, 2010). "Butler Brothers, Incorporated". The LUCILE Project. University of Iowa. Retrieved January 3, 2015.