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The Athenaeum of Philadelphia Attraction Details
The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
http://www.philaathenaeum.org/
The Athenaeum is a library and museum devoted to architecture and design collections. Visit the museum on the first floor for exhibits concerning design and decorative arts.

Address:
219 South Sixth Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Phone: 215-925-2688

Handicap Access? Y




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