Join us for an opening reception for our new exhibit, “Cartooning Catholics.” Continue reading
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Open House and Block Party – October 19, 2019
Gather at Chester County Historical Society for a day of family fun and surprising opportunity to make history. Continue reading
Escape the Archives – October 19, 2019
A dastardly villain is tinkering with time and changing the history of science. Let’s do some archival detective work to stop the crime! Continue reading
Inside the Book Restorer’s Workshop – October 22, 2019
Join us in the Horner Library for a presentation by Philadelphia-based artist and book restorer Ruth Scott Blackson. Continue reading
Quaker Cookie Face-Off – October 4, 2019
Spice Cookies vs. Oreos: which is more “Quaker”? Continue reading
Nerd Nite: Archives Take-Over – October 9, 2019
Archivists take over the popular bar-based monthly lecture series, Nerd Nite Philly. Continue reading
John and Lydia Morris’s Travel Companion Tells All – October 16, 2019
Find out what the founders of the Morris Arboretum experienced as they traveled the world collecting artifacts and touring ancient sites & palatial gardens. Continue reading
Opening Reception and Behind the Scenes Tour – October 3, 2018
Join us for the opening of our new exhibit “The Spanish Lady in the City of Brotherly Love: The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the Influenza Pandemic of 1918-1919.” Continue reading
Quaker Cookie Face-Off – October 5, 2018
Animal Cracker v. Meringue: which cookie is more ʺQuakerʺ? Continue reading
Transitions in Northeast Philadelphia History – October 7, 2018
The Historical Society of Frankford’s event is a free-form conference of members and friends of the Society who have researched various aspects of Northeast Philadelphia history and can bring the lore to bear in explaining the importance of maps, deeds, prints, and other documents from our special collections, plus a few items from our museum. The public is cordially invited to come, enjoy the occasion, and interact with the featured researchers.
The School of John Morris’s Dreams – October 17, 2018
John T. Morris has one purpose in mind when he buys a farm across the road from his Chestnut Hill estate in 1914: turn it into a state-of-the-art school. Continue reading
“Ethyl is not a Lady”: The Faces of Temperance, 1800-1960 – October 19, 2018
Come to the Presbyterian Historical Society for a one-night-only display of temperance items from the collection. Continue reading
Moby-Dick Marathon Reading – October 19, 2018 – October 20, 2018
A live, 24-plus-hour marathon reading of Moby-Dick, produced by the Rosenbach and the Independence Seaport Museum. Continue reading
Nerd Nite: Archives Take-Over – October 23, 2018
Archivists take over the popular bar-based monthly lecture series, Nerd Nite Philly. Continue reading
The Union League: Monuments and More – October 25, 2018
Join us for a curator’s tour of the upcoming monuments exhibit, a tour of the League house, and displays from the collection. Continue reading
Tour of Founder’s Hall, Girard College – October 5, 2017
Check out what’s behind the wall at Girard College and explore treasures ranging from a letter from President Monroe asking for a loan to records of school dining hall cuisine. Continue reading
Invisible, not insignifcant – October 10, 2017
“Invisible, not insignificant” uses the Historical Medical Library’s collection of 19th- and early 20th-century photographs, case books, diaries, and pamphlets to look at ‘invisible’ conditions such as depression, and explores 19th-century asylum life. Continue reading
Othmer Library Open House: Back to School Night – October 11, 2017
For one-night only, discover how STEM education has changed over the centuries as the Othmer Library of Chemical History opens its vaults for American Archives Month! Continue reading
Christopher Ludwick: Gingerbread Man and Baker General of the Continental Army – October 18, 2017
Learn about Christopher Ludwick, gingerbread maker and baker for the Contintenal Army during the American Revolution with gingerbread cookies to sample! Continue reading
Steampunk Salon Soiree: An Evening for Curious Conversation – October 26, 2017
A one night only document display, highlighting marvels of science, engineering, medicine, and 19th century innovations. Continue reading
Springerle and more: 19th Century Cookie Molds from the Collection of Ryan Berley – October 3, 2016
Take a look at these authentic wood or metal molds, and sample the cookies you can make with them! (SOLD OUT) Continue reading
Food from the Archives – October 27, 2016
Come learn about Parmesan making in Italy according to Thomas Jefferson, the history of food conservation in WWI, how tofu was made in the 18th century, William Glackens’ recipe for beer, and more!
