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The Athenaeum of Philadelphia, an historic, member-supported library, was founded in 1814, decades before the advent of free public libraries. Its purpose, then as now, is to provide access to "general knowledge" through books, archival material and special collections for research and exhibits, public forums and lectures, as well as a congenial space for conversation and learning. Since the 1980s, the Athenaeum has also been celebrated for its world-renowned architectural archives which provide opportunities to examine the rich history of our city and world.

After outgrowing several homes, including inside the American Philosophical Society, the Athenaeum moved into its own building on Washington Square in 1847. Designed by the innovative architect John Notman (1810-1865), it is recognized as the seminal American structure in the Italianate Revival Style and one of the first Philadelphia buildings built of brownstone. The building was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1977. Today, the Athenaeum continues to foster research, learning and conversation, focusing its strengths and resources on the needs and interests of a community that is increasingly diverse and ever more vibrant.

Note: The above descriptive information came from the organization's About page.

In The News

The Athenaeum of Philadelphia Refreshed With Facade Renovation, Hidden City Philadelphia, March 7, 2023.

Info

Event Calendar: Events
Facebook: @philaathenaeum
Membership: Membership
Online Store: Athenaeum of Philadelphia Print & Gift Store
Online Store: Athenæum Shop
X/Twitter: @PhilaAthenaeum
YouTube: @PhilaAthenaeum

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+<big>{{toplink|url=https://www.philaathenaeum.org|name=philaathenaeum.org}}</big>The '''Athenaeum of Philadelphia''', an historic, member-supported library, was founded in 1814, decades before the advent of free public libraries. Its purpose, then as now, is to provide access to "general knowledge" through '''books, archival material and special collections for research and exhibits, public forums and lectures''', as well as a congenial space for conversation and learning. Since the 1980s, the Athenaeum has also been celebrated for its world-renowned architectural archives which provide opportunities to examine the rich history of our city and world.
-The Athenaeum of Philadelphia is an independent member-supported library and museum that engages members, scholars and the interested general public to join actively in the cultural and intellectual life of Philadelphia and participate in historical, literary and educational activities.
+After outgrowing several homes, including inside the American Philosophical Society, the Athenaeum moved into its own building on Washington Square in 1847. Designed by the innovative architect John Notman (1810-1865), it is recognized as the seminal American structure in the Italianate Revival Style and one of the first Philadelphia buildings built of brownstone. The building was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1977.
-*To that end, the Athenaeum must be a diligent steward of its National Historic Landmark building and its collections of books, manuscripts, architectural drawings, photographs, and historic objects.
+Today, the Athenaeum continues to foster research, learning and conversation, focusing its strengths and resources on the needs and interests of a community that is increasingly diverse and ever more vibrant.
-*The Athenaeum was founded in 1814 to collect materials "connected with the history and antiquities of America...
+''Note:''&ensp;The above descriptive information came from the organization's [https://philaathenaeum.org/about/ About] page.
+==In The News==
+*[https://hiddencityphila.org/2023/03/the-athenaeum-of-philadelphia-refreshed-with-facade-renovation/ The Athenaeum of Philadelphia Refreshed With Facade Renovation], Hidden City Philadelphia, March 7, 2023.
 == Info ==
-*[http://www.philaathenaeum.org/mission.html Mission and History]
+*Event Calendar:&nbsp;[https://philaathenaeum.org/programs-events/ Events]
+*Facebook:&ensp;[https://www.facebook.com/philaathenaeum @philaathenaeum]
+*Membership:&nbsp;[https://philaathenaeum.org/membership/ Membership]
+*Online Store:&nbsp;[https://artstore.philaathenaeum.org/ Athenaeum of Philadelphia Print & Gift Store]
+*Online Store:&nbsp;[https://philaathenaeum.org/shop/ Athen&aelig;um Shop]
+*X/Twitter:&ensp;[https://x.com/PhilaAthenaeum @PhilaAthenaeum]
+*YouTube:&nbsp;[https://www.youtube.com/PhilaAthenaeum @PhilaAthenaeum]
 == See Also ==
 *[[Regional Digital Imaging Center (RDIC)]]
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 [[Category:About-History]]
 [[Category:About-Philadelphia]]
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