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The Rosenbach Museum & Library is a community that engages with and celebrates the art of the written word using our collection of rare books and manuscripts. Learn more at rosenbach.org.
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March 1 & March 29, join us for a special yoga workshop inspired by Mercedes de Acosta’s life and work! This yoga workshop will feature readings from her memoir, interaction with our de Acosta collection, and an extended yoga practice, open to all. Space is limited— reserve today at rosenbach.org!

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Just four seats available for Sunday’s calligraphy workshop The Art of the Hebrew Letter led by Sonia Gordon-Walinsky! Using the Rosenbach’s Hebraica collection for inspiration, we’ll examine historic manuscripts to inform our creations. No prior experience necessary— all are welcome! rosenbach.org

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Just a few seats for our 2/25 book club discussing esteemed civil rights scholar john a. powell's The Power of Bridging. Presented as part of our series The People's Friend: Civic Dialogues at the Rosenbach, and we're excited to welcome you to the conversation. Tickets at rosenbach.org !

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Thanks to everyone who joined us for today’s Book Arts workshops, Book Making this morning and Locked Love Letters in the afternoon. It was full and creative day, and we’re glad to have shared it with you. We’re looking forward to seeing you again at our next Book Arts events in March!

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Friends, the Rosenbach will close on Friday, February 14 as the @philadelphiaeagles take their victory lap through Center City. Regular museum hours will resume on Saturday. Congratulations to the Eagles — we hope you’re all able to get out and enjoy the parade! (Image info in alt text!)

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Director of Programming & Engagement Alexander Ames and Education Director Emilie Parker are preparing for their presentation at the Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference on Monday. This year’s theme is “Make it Happen!” and we’re excited to join the conversation!

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Due to inclement weather, the Rosenbach has canceled tonight’s meeting of The Body in the Library mystery book club. We will be in touch with registrants to schedule a new date and time for the session. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe in the wintry weather!

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Our virtual course Reading the Harlem Renaissance with Michele Lisa Simms-Burton got off to a terrific start last night. There are a handful of spots still available— details are at rosenbach.org ! #rmlsignatureprograms #harlemrenaissance #zoranealehurston #langstonhughes #alainlocke #nellalarsen

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Wonderful evening at Carpenters’ Hall for our collaborative #RepublicofLetters #bookclub. Our discussion of Henry Wiencek’s book Imperfect God was insightful and lively. Such a delight to gather in this beautiful space. #libraries #museums #rarebooks #specialcollections

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Our winter virtual courses are off to a terrific start! It’s great to see so many new faces joining longtime supporters. Next Tuesday, February 11, we’ll begin Reading Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and The Last Man with Vivian Papp. Just a few spots left for this program- details at rosenbach.org !

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Celebrating James Joyce’s birthday today with news about Bloomsday 2025! #rmlsignatureprograms #bloomsday #jamesjoyce

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Join us to learn how to make your own buttonhole stitch book. Whether it's destined to be a journal, a sketchbook, or a collection of pressed flowers, you will leave this workshop with a new prized possession and a new skill up your sleeve! #rmlsignatureprograms #bookmaking #bookarts

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A few seats have just opened up for our special Behind the Bookcase tour The History and Future of the American Presidency next Sunday, February 2. Get yours at bit.ly/4gdcKxj ! #rmlsignatureprograms #americanhistory #presidentialhistory

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There’s nothing quite like Burns Night at the Rosenbach. Thanks to all who joined us for tonight’s celebration! #rmlsignatureprograms #burnsnight #robertburns #scottishpoetry #repost @kscout.bsky.social

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