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The Athenaeum of Philadelphia

Web site: http://www.philaathenaeum.org/index.html

Description: "The Athenaeum is a member supported, not-for-profit, special collections library founded in 1814 to collect materials 'connected with the history and antiquities of America, and the useful arts, and generally to disseminate useful knowledge' for public benefit." --- as stated on their website.

Their collections are generally about architecture and interior decorating, especially before 1850. Research is by appointment only, but both members and guests may conduct research in their collections. They also have various events and exhibitions.

Hours:
Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM
First Saturday of each month 10:00AM-2:00PM

Added by: davidt8.  Contacted: Not contacted.  Venue ID: 38939