Experts' Choice Award Rosenbach Museum and Library
7 expert reviews
“This place is for bibliophiles, as it features rare books and manuscripts, including James Joyce's Ulysses, and incunabula, basically the earliest printed books from 1450 to 1500.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "The Rosenbach celebrates "Bloomsday" on June 16 with readings from Ulysses by notable Philadelphians. The library has more than 130,000 manuscripts and 30,000 rare books." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A fine group of decorative arts complements the library's 30,000 books and 300,000 manuscripts; a prize among the latter is James Joyce's handwritten Ulysses manuscript." Full review
Time Out "Situated within two fancy 19th-century town homes in Rittenhouse, this museum and library boasts a world-class collection of historic letters, manuscripts, literature and rare books." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "What's this place about?
Occupying two brownstones in tony Rittenhouse Square, The Rosenbach is a house museum and rare book library with an awe-inspiring collection of British and American literature." Full review
Frommer's "The Rosenbach specializes in books: illuminated manuscripts, parchment, rough drafts, and first editions. If you love the variations and beauty of the printed word, they'll love your presence." Full review
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