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
Wednesday, March 11 at 6:00 PM
PHILLY UNFILTERED: Immigration
Anuj Gupta and Charlie Elison
eventTrip
Friday, March 13 at 10:00 AM
Athenaeum Members Tour of THE DECLARATION'S JOURNEY
Museum of the American Revolution
eventDiscussion Group
Saturday, March 14 at 10:30 AM
Spanish Conversation Group
eventBook Club
Saturday, March 14 at 1:00 PM
Bring Your Own Book Review
Athenaeum Young Friends
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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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