Athenaeum Programs and Events

The Providence Athenaeum is committed to cultural programming and events for adults and children that accentuate and expand the strengths of the collections and mission of the institution. Exhibits are open to the public. Programs are free unless otherwise noted.

To receive our free weekly email calendar of events, email your name and email address to Christina Bevilacqua at:

Non-members are welcome to receive our electronic newsletter, The Universal Penman. For our most recent newsletter, click here.

• Parking Reminder: When parking in the Atheneaum lot, please use ONLY the first five parking spots, which are marked. All other spots belong to our good friends and neighbors in Athenaeum Row.
• We advise you to call ahead before programs to avoid disappointment in the case of a change or cancellation.
• For information on programs for children, call Children's Librarian Lindsay Shaw at 421-6970 x17. For other programs call Director of Member Services and Programs Christina Bevilacqua at 421-6970 x28.

Calendar of Events

For a day-by-day listing of Athenaeum programs, events, and special hours, click on the calendar picture.

September 2010 Programs

Coming Soon!