The Rosenbach Museum & Library
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The Rosenbach Museum & Library is a community that engages with and celebrates the art of the written word using our collection of rare books and manuscripts. Learn more at rosenbach.org.
Tonight’s #RepublicofLetters #bookclub discussion focused on David Blight’s inspirational biography of Frederick Douglass. We viewed a first edition of the Narrative, a first British edition of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, as well as Lincoln’s final address to Congress, among other collection objects.
May 7, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Tonight’s #RepublicofLetters #bookclub discussion focused on David Blight’s inspirational biography of Frederick Douglass. We viewed a first edition of the Narrative, a first British edition of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, as well as Lincoln’s final address to Congress, among other collection objects.
We’re delighted to share that all of the Bloomsday reader spots filled within hours of opening! Thank you to everyone who signed up to be a part of the day and for the enthusiasm you’re bringing to this beloved event.
Bloomsday is June 16— register to attend at rosenbach.org!
Bloomsday is June 16— register to attend at rosenbach.org!
April 19, 2025 at 12:17 AM
We’re delighted to share that all of the Bloomsday reader spots filled within hours of opening! Thank you to everyone who signed up to be a part of the day and for the enthusiasm you’re bringing to this beloved event.
Bloomsday is June 16— register to attend at rosenbach.org!
Bloomsday is June 16— register to attend at rosenbach.org!
Late last week we received notice that our two federal grants—totaling over $500,000—were canceled…
Read the full letter from John C. Haas Director Kelsey Scouten Bates on our blog at rosenbach.org
Read the full letter from John C. Haas Director Kelsey Scouten Bates on our blog at rosenbach.org
April 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Late last week we received notice that our two federal grants—totaling over $500,000—were canceled…
Read the full letter from John C. Haas Director Kelsey Scouten Bates on our blog at rosenbach.org
Read the full letter from John C. Haas Director Kelsey Scouten Bates on our blog at rosenbach.org
Rosenbach staff and supporters enjoyed a wonderful excursion to the New York Antiquarian
International Book Fair this weekend- plus a surprise encounter with Neil deGrasse Tyson!
Thanks to all who made this weekend such a delight. We're already looking forward to next year.
International Book Fair this weekend- plus a surprise encounter with Neil deGrasse Tyson!
Thanks to all who made this weekend such a delight. We're already looking forward to next year.
April 7, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Rosenbach staff and supporters enjoyed a wonderful excursion to the New York Antiquarian
International Book Fair this weekend- plus a surprise encounter with Neil deGrasse Tyson!
Thanks to all who made this weekend such a delight. We're already looking forward to next year.
International Book Fair this weekend- plus a surprise encounter with Neil deGrasse Tyson!
Thanks to all who made this weekend such a delight. We're already looking forward to next year.
We’re looking forward to spending the weekend in New York for the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair. Every year, Rosenbach staff and members of our Delancey Society head north to immerse ourselves in bookish community— to visit the fair is to see the rare book world at work and play.
April 2, 2025 at 5:07 PM
We’re looking forward to spending the weekend in New York for the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair. Every year, Rosenbach staff and members of our Delancey Society head north to immerse ourselves in bookish community— to visit the fair is to see the rare book world at work and play.
Our latest Biblioventure on The Picture of Dorian Gray just finished. That was the 196th episode in our Biblioventures series since it began in 2020. Over 400 hours of talking about great books: Dracula, Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice… Thank you for taking these journeys with us!
March 25, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Our latest Biblioventure on The Picture of Dorian Gray just finished. That was the 196th episode in our Biblioventures series since it began in 2020. Over 400 hours of talking about great books: Dracula, Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice… Thank you for taking these journeys with us!
The Rosenbach is enjoying an afternoon at Andalusia Historic House looking (very closely) at rare books from the beautiful library of the Biddle family. #rousseau #voltaire #bouffant
Photos by Kelsey Scouten Bates @kscout.bsky.social
Photos by Kelsey Scouten Bates @kscout.bsky.social
March 23, 2025 at 10:53 PM
The Rosenbach is enjoying an afternoon at Andalusia Historic House looking (very closely) at rare books from the beautiful library of the Biddle family. #rousseau #voltaire #bouffant
Photos by Kelsey Scouten Bates @kscout.bsky.social
Photos by Kelsey Scouten Bates @kscout.bsky.social
Another terrific day of filming for the upcoming Bloomsday festival. We welcomed Jude Tuma, a member of the Rosenbach's board of directors, spent time with our own Molly Bloom, Kirsten Quinn, in the garden, and got a masterclass in reading Joyce from the indomitable Michael Toner!
March 22, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Another terrific day of filming for the upcoming Bloomsday festival. We welcomed Jude Tuma, a member of the Rosenbach's board of directors, spent time with our own Molly Bloom, Kirsten Quinn, in the garden, and got a masterclass in reading Joyce from the indomitable Michael Toner!
We spent this St. Patrick’s Day morning filming for the upcoming Bloomsday festival with Monique Moore Pryor, President of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, and Emilie Parker,Director of Education here at the Rosenbach— thanks to our videographer Andrew Gormley for keeping us on track!
March 17, 2025 at 6:21 PM
We spent this St. Patrick’s Day morning filming for the upcoming Bloomsday festival with Monique Moore Pryor, President of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, and Emilie Parker,Director of Education here at the Rosenbach— thanks to our videographer Andrew Gormley for keeping us on track!
Our Spring 2025 Signature Programs have been announced! Public registration begins March 28.
You can register early by becoming a Rosenbach Member or by joining our Delancey Society. Don't miss out-several of our winter programs sold out in record time. Visit us at rosenbach.org for full details!
You can register early by becoming a Rosenbach Member or by joining our Delancey Society. Don't miss out-several of our winter programs sold out in record time. Visit us at rosenbach.org for full details!
March 15, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Our Spring 2025 Signature Programs have been announced! Public registration begins March 28.
You can register early by becoming a Rosenbach Member or by joining our Delancey Society. Don't miss out-several of our winter programs sold out in record time. Visit us at rosenbach.org for full details!
You can register early by becoming a Rosenbach Member or by joining our Delancey Society. Don't miss out-several of our winter programs sold out in record time. Visit us at rosenbach.org for full details!
Thanks to Mike Barsanti for bringing us this photograph of Patrick Kavanagh at the first Bloomsday, June 16, 1954. Mike is a frequent Joyce instructor here at the Rosenbach and Kavanaugh is another dear author whose On Raglan Road still breaks our hearts almost 80 years after its first publication.
March 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Thanks to Mike Barsanti for bringing us this photograph of Patrick Kavanagh at the first Bloomsday, June 16, 1954. Mike is a frequent Joyce instructor here at the Rosenbach and Kavanaugh is another dear author whose On Raglan Road still breaks our hearts almost 80 years after its first publication.
Ahead of tomorrow’s workshop Book Arts: Printing America’s Founding Documents, we’re trying out our new proofing press from Provisional Press!
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create copies of U.S. founding documents like the Bill of Rights—A handful of seats remain — secure yours at rosenbach.org!
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create copies of U.S. founding documents like the Bill of Rights—A handful of seats remain — secure yours at rosenbach.org!
March 8, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Ahead of tomorrow’s workshop Book Arts: Printing America’s Founding Documents, we’re trying out our new proofing press from Provisional Press!
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create copies of U.S. founding documents like the Bill of Rights—A handful of seats remain — secure yours at rosenbach.org!
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll create copies of U.S. founding documents like the Bill of Rights—A handful of seats remain — secure yours at rosenbach.org!
Our Executive Director Kelsey Scouten Bates spoke with Rebecca Romney, author of Jane Austen’s Bookshelf, a book that explores the lives of Austen’s favorite women writers.
Read it on our blog at rosenbach.org!
“Limitations are not a reason to despair; they are an opportunity to be creative.“
Read it on our blog at rosenbach.org!
“Limitations are not a reason to despair; they are an opportunity to be creative.“
March 4, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Our Executive Director Kelsey Scouten Bates spoke with Rebecca Romney, author of Jane Austen’s Bookshelf, a book that explores the lives of Austen’s favorite women writers.
Read it on our blog at rosenbach.org!
“Limitations are not a reason to despair; they are an opportunity to be creative.“
Read it on our blog at rosenbach.org!
“Limitations are not a reason to despair; they are an opportunity to be creative.“
Assistant Curator Bryn Michelson-Ziegler has been hard at work over the past several months creating a self-guided tour for the Rosenbach. It’s been a terrific experience working with Bloomberg Connects on this project we look forward to previewing the tour with you on Bloomsday!
February 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Assistant Curator Bryn Michelson-Ziegler has been hard at work over the past several months creating a self-guided tour for the Rosenbach. It’s been a terrific experience working with Bloomberg Connects on this project we look forward to previewing the tour with you on Bloomsday!
March 1 & March 29, join us for a special yoga workshop inspired by Mercedes de Acosta’s life and work! This yoga workshop will feature readings from her memoir, interaction with our de Acosta collection, and an extended yoga practice, open to all.
Space is limited— reserve today at rosenbach.org!
Space is limited— reserve today at rosenbach.org!
February 26, 2025 at 9:50 PM
March 1 & March 29, join us for a special yoga workshop inspired by Mercedes de Acosta’s life and work! This yoga workshop will feature readings from her memoir, interaction with our de Acosta collection, and an extended yoga practice, open to all.
Space is limited— reserve today at rosenbach.org!
Space is limited— reserve today at rosenbach.org!
Just four seats available for Sunday’s calligraphy workshop The Art of the Hebrew Letter led by Sonia Gordon-Walinsky! Using the Rosenbach’s Hebraica collection for inspiration, we’ll examine historic manuscripts to inform our creations. No prior experience necessary— all are welcome! rosenbach.org
February 22, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Just four seats available for Sunday’s calligraphy workshop The Art of the Hebrew Letter led by Sonia Gordon-Walinsky! Using the Rosenbach’s Hebraica collection for inspiration, we’ll examine historic manuscripts to inform our creations. No prior experience necessary— all are welcome! rosenbach.org
Just a few seats for our 2/25 book club discussing esteemed civil rights scholar john a. powell's The Power of Bridging.
Presented as part of our series The People's Friend: Civic Dialogues at the Rosenbach, and we're excited to welcome you to the conversation. Tickets at rosenbach.org !
Presented as part of our series The People's Friend: Civic Dialogues at the Rosenbach, and we're excited to welcome you to the conversation. Tickets at rosenbach.org !
February 21, 2025 at 7:16 AM
Just a few seats for our 2/25 book club discussing esteemed civil rights scholar john a. powell's The Power of Bridging.
Presented as part of our series The People's Friend: Civic Dialogues at the Rosenbach, and we're excited to welcome you to the conversation. Tickets at rosenbach.org !
Presented as part of our series The People's Friend: Civic Dialogues at the Rosenbach, and we're excited to welcome you to the conversation. Tickets at rosenbach.org !
Thanks to everyone who joined us for today’s Book Arts workshops, Book Making this morning and Locked Love Letters in the afternoon. It was full and creative day, and we’re glad to have shared it with you. We’re looking forward to seeing you again at our next Book Arts events in March!
February 16, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Thanks to everyone who joined us for today’s Book Arts workshops, Book Making this morning and Locked Love Letters in the afternoon. It was full and creative day, and we’re glad to have shared it with you. We’re looking forward to seeing you again at our next Book Arts events in March!
Friends, the Rosenbach will close on Friday, February 14 as the @philadelphiaeagles take their victory lap through Center City. Regular museum hours will resume on Saturday.
Congratulations to the Eagles — we hope you’re all able to get out and enjoy the parade!
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Congratulations to the Eagles — we hope you’re all able to get out and enjoy the parade!
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Georges Louis Leclerc, comte de Buffon (1707-1788), Histoire naturelle, générale et particulière, avec la description du Cabinet du roi. Paris, Imprimerie royale, 1749-an XII de la République [1803 or 4]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:jbeexpw3bixfbt3my6azoob7/bafkreiaxbgwdu3pqucxqoyx7ukewhr4bfn422afdrnrexbcq6s3ht6z7qi@jpeg)
February 13, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Friends, the Rosenbach will close on Friday, February 14 as the @philadelphiaeagles take their victory lap through Center City. Regular museum hours will resume on Saturday.
Congratulations to the Eagles — we hope you’re all able to get out and enjoy the parade!
(Image info in alt text!)
Congratulations to the Eagles — we hope you’re all able to get out and enjoy the parade!
(Image info in alt text!)
Director of Programming & Engagement Alexander Ames and Education Director Emilie Parker are preparing for their presentation at the Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference on Monday. This year’s theme is “Make it Happen!” and we’re excited to join the conversation!
February 12, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Director of Programming & Engagement Alexander Ames and Education Director Emilie Parker are preparing for their presentation at the Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference on Monday. This year’s theme is “Make it Happen!” and we’re excited to join the conversation!
Due to inclement weather, the Rosenbach has canceled tonight’s meeting of The Body in the Library mystery book club. We will be in touch with registrants to schedule a new date and time for the session. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe in the wintry weather!
February 11, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Due to inclement weather, the Rosenbach has canceled tonight’s meeting of The Body in the Library mystery book club. We will be in touch with registrants to schedule a new date and time for the session. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe in the wintry weather!
Our virtual course Reading the Harlem Renaissance with Michele Lisa Simms-Burton got off to a terrific start last night. There are a handful of spots still available— details are at rosenbach.org !
#rmlsignatureprograms #harlemrenaissance #zoranealehurston #langstonhughes #alainlocke #nellalarsen
#rmlsignatureprograms #harlemrenaissance #zoranealehurston #langstonhughes #alainlocke #nellalarsen
February 6, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Our virtual course Reading the Harlem Renaissance with Michele Lisa Simms-Burton got off to a terrific start last night. There are a handful of spots still available— details are at rosenbach.org !
#rmlsignatureprograms #harlemrenaissance #zoranealehurston #langstonhughes #alainlocke #nellalarsen
#rmlsignatureprograms #harlemrenaissance #zoranealehurston #langstonhughes #alainlocke #nellalarsen
Wonderful evening at Carpenters’ Hall for our collaborative #RepublicofLetters #bookclub. Our discussion of Henry Wiencek’s book Imperfect God was insightful and lively. Such a delight to gather in this beautiful space.
#libraries #museums #rarebooks #specialcollections
#libraries #museums #rarebooks #specialcollections
February 5, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Wonderful evening at Carpenters’ Hall for our collaborative #RepublicofLetters #bookclub. Our discussion of Henry Wiencek’s book Imperfect God was insightful and lively. Such a delight to gather in this beautiful space.
#libraries #museums #rarebooks #specialcollections
#libraries #museums #rarebooks #specialcollections
Our winter virtual courses are off to a terrific start! It’s great to see so many new faces joining longtime supporters.
Next Tuesday, February 11, we’ll begin Reading Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and The Last Man with Vivian Papp. Just a few spots left for this program- details at rosenbach.org !
Next Tuesday, February 11, we’ll begin Reading Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and The Last Man with Vivian Papp. Just a few spots left for this program- details at rosenbach.org !
February 3, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Our winter virtual courses are off to a terrific start! It’s great to see so many new faces joining longtime supporters.
Next Tuesday, February 11, we’ll begin Reading Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and The Last Man with Vivian Papp. Just a few spots left for this program- details at rosenbach.org !
Next Tuesday, February 11, we’ll begin Reading Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and The Last Man with Vivian Papp. Just a few spots left for this program- details at rosenbach.org !
Celebrating James Joyce’s birthday today with news about Bloomsday 2025!
#rmlsignatureprograms #bloomsday #jamesjoyce
#rmlsignatureprograms #bloomsday #jamesjoyce
February 2, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Celebrating James Joyce’s birthday today with news about Bloomsday 2025!
#rmlsignatureprograms #bloomsday #jamesjoyce
#rmlsignatureprograms #bloomsday #jamesjoyce