We are an historic and vibrant, Philadelphia-centered and member-supported circulating library, research archive, and cultural forum dedicated to harnessing our resources — our expert staff, our collections of books, art and architecture treasures, and our National Historic Landmark Building — to strengthen our growing urban community through cultural engagement and fellowship.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

eventBook Club
Tuesday, June 17 at 12:00 PM
Read with Us: Kitchen by Banana Yoshimoto
Jasmine Poteat
eventFilm Screening
Wednesday, June 18 at 2:00 PM
Ridicule (1996)
Carrie Rickey
eventDiscussion Group
Saturday, June 21 at 1:00 PM
CANCELLED: Athenaeum Film Club
Rebecca Roland
eventDiscussion Group
Monday, June 23 at 1:00 PM
Spanish Conversation Group
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The Athenaeum of Philadelphia operates the Regional Digital Imaging Center (RDIC), which provides digital imaging and printing services to members and clients, featuring a Cruse CS 220 ST model scanner. LEARN MORE

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