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Welcome to the Library Company of Philadelphia's Tumblr page! Founded by Ben Franklin in 1731, we are an independent research library specializing in American history and culture from the 17th through the 19th centuries. This page highlights materials from LCP's extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts, broadsides, ephemera, prints, photographs, and works of art.
Last week we celebrated the accomplishments of the Library Company and its staff. Today, we would like to thank YOU, our followers! It has been a ton of fun creating posts, seeing what the online audience gravitates to, and engaging with commenters. Cheers to you!
[Madeira Toast, 284th Annual Dinner. Photographer, Concetta Barbera]
Director, Rich Newman says hello! at the opening reception of Genius of Freedom.
Photo by Concetta Barbera