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
Speaker Series
Tuesday, January 7 at 2:00 PM
Taste of the Opera: The Anonymous Lover
Dr. Lily Kass
Speaker Series
Thursday, January 9 at 6:00 PM
RESCHEDULED: Building Ghosts: Past Lives and Lost Places in a Changing City
Molly Lester & Michael Bixler
Book Club
Saturday, January 11 at 11:00 AM
Bring Your Own Book Review
Athenaeum Young Friends
Discussion Group
Monday, January 13 at 1:00 PM
Spanish Conversation Group
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
