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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Founded in 1743 by Benjamin Franklin, the American Philosophical Society is the oldest scholarly society in the United States, dedicated to promoting useful knowledge.
Completed in 1789, the Philosophical Hall is an excellent example of Georgian architecture, characterized by its symmetry and classic proportions.
The library contains over 13 million manuscripts, including the original journals of Lewis and Clark and the papers of Charles Darwin.
During the American Revolution, the Philosophical Hall served as a meeting place for the Continental Congress and other revolutionary leaders.
The Philosophical Hall is part of the Independence National Historical Park, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
The American Philosophical Society has been instrumental in advancing science and knowledge, with members including Thomas Jefferson, John J. Audubon, and Albert Einstein.
The American Philosophical Society regularly organizes lectures, exhibitions, and events that are open to the public, fostering a community of learning and discussion.
The Philosophical Hall houses a significant collection of portraits and artifacts, including works by renowned artists like Charles Willson Peale.
Researchers from around the world can access the library's extensive collections, which cover a wide range of subjects from early American history to modern science.
