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July 24, 2023
I found a box with a note saying “Duane Papers” attached to it, containing conserved manuscripts, photos, and engravings that were waiting to be placed...
July 17, 2023
In 2021, the APS Library & Museum’s Dr. Franklin: Citizen Scientist exhibition featured a copy of the 1737 Poor Richard’s Almanac open to page 4...
July 10, 2023
Header image: The September 1913 cover of William T. Innes's long-running periodical, The Aquarium Fish and marine mammals have long been central to the work...
June 30, 2023
“I have also just now receiv’d your Letter written to wish me a happy New Year; but you should nevertheless have put a Date to...
June 26, 2023
If you were to stop by my office, you might compare it to a cabinet of curiosity. As the Museum Education Coordinator, I’ve slowly amassed...
June 20, 2023
It’s not very often that we think about making repairs designed to fail. But that’s exactly what I’m striving toward while working on multiple materials...
June 12, 2023
Header Image: “It’s Not Over Yet: NO LNG,” 2019, by Roger Peet , APS Print collection. This item is one of many posters relating to...
June 5, 2023
The American Philosophical Society’s Library & Museum is excited to announce its 2023-2024 Fellowship recipients! This year, the Society has awarded eight long-term fellowships, and...