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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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