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Architectural Historian Michael J. Lewis will trace the roots and development of Philadelphia’s private and public libraries.

The Quakers who founded Philadelphia believed in universal literacy and were great creators of libraries. The first was the Library Company, which Benjamin Franklin helped establish in 1731 and which was America’s first subscription library. But Quakers also believed that knowledge should be useful, and gave their libraries a pragmatic character unlike those of any other American city. 

Join us for a lively lunchtime discussion about the global travel outlook with Benjamin Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Air France-KLM and FACC Philadelphia’s President Emeritus Jonathan Grode.

The Mid-Atlantic - Eurasia Business Council (MAEBC/MARBC) is pleased to announce the upcoming Eurasian – American Innovation Technology Commercialization Roundtables. The Eurasian - American Innovation Technology Commercialization Roundtables will be held on May 9 & November 14, 2023 as virtual/hybrid/in-person events.

Back by popular demand for the eleventh year, members and friends of Philadelphia’s international community are joining forces to host a business networking reception to celebrate the City’s status as a top US destination for foreign direct investment and trade. Join hundreds of business executives and city, state, and foreign government officials to celebrate the region’s global economic, political, and commercial impact.

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Members are welcome to register their guests at the member rate.

On Sunday, June 11th at 2:00 PM the Royal Heritage Society will hold a Buffet Lunch to honor the Honorary British Consul for Greater Philadelphia - Oliver St. Clair Franklin. Before Queen Elizabeth passed away, she bestowed upon him the rank of Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. This will be a casual affair held in the Garden of Ormiston Mansion. It is a children friendly event. 

Donation: adults $45, children $5 

Make check payable to RHS and mail to:

The inevitable challenges of living and the unrelenting conflict and suffering in our world can lead to despair. Viewing and discussing works of art at the PMA, we will strive to discover resources for hope.