The History Committee at All Saints’ Church Torresdale will be hosting a multimedia presentation and book signing celebrating the life and work of Edward Duffield on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. in the parish hall.
Author Bob Frishman will provide the history of Duffield (1730-1803), a clockmaker, wealthy property owner and civic and Anglican leader. Duffield was also Benjamin Franklin’s best friend and is one of the prominent Philadelphians that is buried in the All Saints’ graveyard.
During the presentation, Frishman will show more than 100 images from his book and will also host a question-and-answer session about Duffield, as well as about horology, the science of timekeeping.
Following the presentation, Frishman will be available to sign copies of his new book,
Edward Duffield, Philadelphia Clockmaker, Citizen, Gentleman.
The event is free and open to all community members.For additional information, email church historian Debbie Klak at 2dklak@gmail.com. ••
