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

eventSpeaker Series
Thursday, November 21 at 6:00 PM
New Building in Old Cities: Design and Historic Preservation Advice from a Modern Master of Urban Conservation
Steven Semes
eventDiscussion Group
Saturday, November 23 at 11:30 AM
Young Friends Film Club: Sideways (2004)
Athenaeum Young Friends
eventDiscussion Group
Monday, November 25 at 1:00 PM
Spanish Conversation Group
eventFilm Screening
Monday, November 25 at 2:00 PM
Wild River (1960)
Carrie Rickey
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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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