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

eventFirst Friday
Friday, October 4 at 5:00 PM
Culinary Curiosities
eventSocial Event
Saturday, October 5 at 11:00 AM
Knitting Circle
eventCourse
Saturday, October 5 at 12:00 PM
Layers of Time: A Collage Workshop
Yannick Lowery
eventThe Salon
Monday, October 7 at 5:00 PM
THE SALON | Philadelphia: Strengths and Prospects
David Boardman & Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
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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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