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
Speaker Series
Wednesday, May 15 at 6:00 PM
Philadelphia and the Origins of Modern Advertising
Jennifer Black
Speaker Series
Saturday, May 18 at 12:00 PM
Alternative Generation
Luca De Gennaro
Social Event
Monday, May 20 at 5:00 PM
Member Monday
Film Screening
Monday, May 20 at 5:30 PM
Young Friends Film Screening | Romeo + Juliet (1996)
Athenaeum Young Friends
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
