Parties | Delancey Society Spring Soirée | In-Person
Join the Rosenbach Board and Delancey Society for our festive annual Spring Soirée.
The Rosenbach Presents | Book Launch of Portrait of a Citizen: Stephen Girard, Mariner, Merchant, Banker and Philanthropist of the Early American Republic by Alexander Lawrence Ames | In-Person
As we mark the 250th anniversary of Stephen Girard’s arrival in Philadelphia in 1776, come to historic Founder’s Hall to learn about this notable Philadelphian’s remarkable life story, explore the collection of books, manuscripts, artworks, and artifacts he left behind, and consider his complex, contested legacy for his adopted city and nation.
The Rosenbach Presents | The Annual Rosenbach Bloomsday Virtual Talk: Gayle Feldman on Liberating Ulysses | Virtual
Gayle Feldman will relate how, through hard work, inspired archival detective work, sheer luck, and knowing the proclivities of her subject, she was able to uncover new information on the role the go-betweens played in putting Joyce's Ulysses into the hands of the right publisher at the right time, who was then able to put it into the hands of waiting readers.
The 2026 Bloomsday Festival
Every June 16, we gather together to read from Joyce’s Ulysses. It’s a beloved and foundational event for this institution, the home of Joyce’s manuscript of a novel that continues to inspire, scandalize, and thrill.
Spring Open House
Step out of the March chill and into the warmth of the Rosenbach for our free Open House! Reserve a timed-entry ticket to join us, then set out on a self-guided exploration of the Treasures galleries and historic library using our interactive mobile app. At 1:30 p.m., experience the power of Langston Hughes’s poetry, brought to life by master storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston.
Biblioventures | The Hobbit | Virtual
We’re going on a Biblioventure to Middle-Earth with J.R.R. Tolkien’s first fantasy novel, The Hobbit.
Member Event | Delancey Society Holiday Fête | In-Person
Delancey Society members are cordially invited to enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and holiday cheer at the gracious home of Rosenbach Board Member Lenni H. Steiner.
Fall Open House
This free, casual open house is the perfect way to explore the Rosenbach at your own pace and introduce your friends and neighbors to the institution.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
Our new season of Sherlock Monthly continues our exploration of the Sherlockian canon. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published. We begin this season with “The Adventure of the Golden Pince-Nez.” Joining host Edward G. Pettit are some new cohosts and some old friends. You can watch the livestream on Saturday afternoons or the replays on our YouTube channel.
Member Event | The Delancey Society Fall Kick-off | In-Person
Celebrate the start of the fall season at the Rosenbach with cocktails, light fare, and a special after-hours opportunity to visit our permanent galleries, Treasures from the Rosenbach’s Collection.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
The 2025 Bloomsday Festival
Every June 16, we gather together to read from Joyce’s Ulysses. It’s a beloved and foundational event for this institution, the home of Joyce’s manuscript of a novel that continues to inspire, scandalize, and thrill.
Member Event | Breakfast with the Director and Gallery Talk | In-Person
Members are invited to join Kelsey Scouten Bates, The John C. Haas Director of the Rosenbach, and artist John Y. Wind for a fun morning of coffee and conversation.
The Rosenbach Presents | The Annual Rosenbach Bloomsday Virtual Talk: The Joyce of Everyday Life with Vicki Mahaffey | Virtual
Acclaimed Joyce scholar Vicki Mahaffey will lead our annual Bloomsday virtual discussion on her new book, The Joyce of Everyday Life.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
Member Event | Uncle Umberto’s Orchard with Frederic Tuten and Mark Fischer | In-Person
Join us and Plain Wrapper Press Redux publisher, Mark Fischer, at a Members Event centered on Uncle Umberto’s Orchard by Frederic Tuten.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.
Biblioventures | Sherlock Monthly | Virtual
November 16, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
January 11, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
April 19, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
May 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 21, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our Sherlock Mondays Biblioventure was such a success, we’ve decided to continue exploring the Sherlockian canon with Sherlock Monthly. Every month, we’ll focus on one Sherlock Holmes adventure in the order they were first published.