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
Discussion Group
Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 PM
Film Discussion Group: NO OTHER CHOICE (2025)
Social Event
Monday, March 30 at 6:00 PM
Athenaeum Book Swap
Book Club
Thursday, April 2 at 3:00 PM
Mystery Book Club
with Joyce Portnoy
Discussion Group
Tuesday, April 7 at 3:00 PM
Italian 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
