National Register of Historic Places
Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Athenaeum of Philadelphia is a historic place in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on February 1, 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 72001144.
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Athenaeum of Philadelphia
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About this place
What is Athenaeum of Philadelphia?
The Athenaeum of Philadelphia, located at 219 S. 6th Street between St. James Place and Locust Street in the Society Hill section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a special collections membership library and museum founded in 1814. The Athenaeum's purpose, according to its organizational principles, is to collect materials "connected with the history and antiquities of America, and the useful arts, and generally to disseminate useful knowledge" for public benefit.
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Listing details
- Name
- Athenaeum of Philadelphia
- City
- Philadelphia
- County
- Philadelphia County
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Listed on the National Register
- February 1, 1972
- NRIS reference number
- 72001144
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 39.94687, -75.15080
When was Athenaeum of Philadelphia listed on the National Register?
Athenaeum of Philadelphia was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 1, 1972.
Where is Athenaeum of Philadelphia located?
Athenaeum of Philadelphia is located in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania at approximately 39.94687, -75.15080. See the map above.
Is Athenaeum of Philadelphia a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Athenaeum of Philadelphia is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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