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For nearly 200 years, the Athenæum has been at the heart of cultural life in Providence. Our mission is to enrich the mind, inspire the spirit, and elevate the public discourse.
- ABOUT
The Providence Athenæum is an independent, member-supported...
- VISIT
We are delighted to welcome you to the Providence Athenæum!...
- PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS - Providence Athenaeum
- COLLECTIONS
The foundation of the Special Collections was created from...
- LIBRARY
To request an item that is not already in the Athenæum’s...
- MEMBERSHIP
Household: $200 per year / $16.66 per month Individual: $165...
- SUPPORT
Account name: Providence Athenaeum Account number: 850-03206...
- TOURS
The library offers three self-guided tours: Building &...
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The Providence Athenaeum is an independent, member-supported subscription library in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island. The building is open to the public, but only members can check out items from the collection.
We are delighted to welcome you to the Providence Athenæum! A nearly 200-year-old circulating library, the Athenæum invites both members and visitors to explore our historic home, history, and collections.
The Providence Athenæum is a historic library founded in 1836 that welcomes writers, thinkers, and community members. Learn about its mission, collections, programs, and how to join as a member.
Dec 7, 2016 · A historic library in Providence, Rhode Island, that offers books, art, and events. Learn about its literary connections to Poe and Lovecraft, and its role as a cultural hub for the city.
The Providence Athenæum (founded 1836) is an independent, member-supported library located on Providence’s historic Benefit Street. One of the oldest cultural institutions in Rhode Island, the Athenæum has welcomed illustrious writers, spirited thinkers, and engaged community members for almost 200 years, including Edgar Allan Poe, Ralph ...
Providence Athenæum. The Providence Athenæum possesses an eclectic art collection of nearly 150 art objects, which range from a delicate ivory miniature to a massive cabinet styled after an Egyptian temple.
