Athenaeum of Philadelphia, Philadelphia

Name: Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Address: 219 S 6th St, Philadelphia, 19106-3719, United States
Telephone: +1 215-925-2688

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The Athenaeum of Philadelphia, located at 219 S. 6th Street between St. James Place and Locust Street in the Society Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a special collections library and museum 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. The Athenaeum's collections include architecture and interior design history, particularly for the period 1800 to 1945. The institution focuses on the history of American architecture and building technology, and houses architectural archives of 180,000 drawings, over 350,000 photographs, and manuscript holdings of about 1,000 American architects. ()

Coordinates: 39°56'49"N, 75°9'4"W

Address

219 S 6th StCenter City (Society Hill)Philadelphia 19106-3719 United States

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+1 215-925-2688

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Day trips

Athenaeum of Philadelphia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Athenaeum of Philadelphia open?

Athenaeum of Philadelphia is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Athenaeum of Philadelphia?

Nearby attractions include Washington Square, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Locks Gallery, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia (3 min walk), The Curtis Center, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Athenaeum of Philadelphia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Athenaeum of Philadelphia:

Bus

Spruce St & 6th St • Lines: 12 (3 min walk)
Washington Sq & Locust St • Lines: 12, 47 (4 min walk)

Metro

5th Street • Lines: Mfl (8 min walk)
9th-10th & Locust • Lines: Patco (8 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (15 min walk)
Suburban Station (26 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (18 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (22 min walk)

Light rail

Adventure Aquarium • Lines: River Line (31 min walk)