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
First Friday
Friday, May 3 at 5:00 PM
Athenaeum Abuzz!
Elayne Bryn & Jen McCleary
Film Screening
Monday, May 6 at 2:00 PM
Hester Street (1975)
Carrie Rickey
The Salon
Monday, May 6 at 5:00 PM
Philadelphia: Strengths and Prospects
Matt Rader & Paul Steinke
Book Talk
Tuesday, May 7 at 6:00 PM
Ghostroots
'Pemi Aguda
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
