Exhibition Benjamin Franklin State Figure and Diplomat has been held in the exposition saloon of the Central Scientific Library of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. The exhibition was devoted to the 300th birthday of the famous American state and scientific figure of 18th century, Trend reports referring to the National Academy.
The event was organized by the Central Scientific Library of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan and US Embassy to Azerbaijan. Makhmoud Karimov, the President of the National Academy, as well as American Ambassador to Azerbaijan was among the guests of the exhibition.
Books and video tapes presenting the personality of Benjamin Franklin, and a stand devoted to his life were presented to the visitors.
Editions, encyclopedias, and vocabularies received by the International Books Exchange from the Library of US Congress were presented to the visitors of the exhibition as well.