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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.
Say hello to our new resident of Americana!
The Democratic National Convention commences in Philadelphia in just a couple weeks, where the Library Company will be participating in PoliticalFest. This donkey represents Iowa, and is one of many Donkeys Around Town that represent American voters. They may not be Pokemon Go, but you can catch ‘em all!