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Drexel is the steward of multiple special collections, encompassing tens of thousands of items - art objects, historic costumes, artifacts, archival material - and millions of natural scientific specimens.
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1932 cathedral-style radio from Drexel's Atwater Kent Collection
Photo of the Reference Department in the Drexel Institute library, circa 1899, from the Drexel University Archives

Upcoming Events & Exhibits

October 29, 2026 9:00 AM — 4:00 PM Exploring National Anniversaries Through the Atwater Kent Collection at Drexel
W. W. Hagerty Library 3300 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
October 29, 2026 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM John Langdon: 1946-2026
Main Building Rincliffe Gallery, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA
October 30, 2026 9:00 AM — 4:00 PM Exploring National Anniversaries Through the Atwater Kent Collection at Drexel
W. W. Hagerty Library 3300 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
October 30, 2026 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM John Langdon: 1946-2026
Main Building Rincliffe Gallery, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA
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A photo of the cases and signage displaying the exhibit "The Drexel Echo: The Origins of Student Publishing at Drexel". Inside the Echo: Exploring Drexel’s First Student Publication with Archives Technician Simon Ragovin
Oct 29, 2026
We recently sat down with Simon Ragovin, Archives Technician, to learn more about the Drexel Echo, Drexel’s first student publication.
The exhibit of "Pennsylvania's Founding." Drexel Students Put Pennsylvania History on Display at the National Constitution Center
Oct 29, 2026
A new exhibition was curated by professional staff members at Drexel’s Lenfest Center for Cultural Partnerships and the Atwater Kent Collection, and features interactive displays and a catalogue developed by Drexel students.
3 students studying in dragons den Find Your Study Space in the W. W. Hagerty Library
Oct 9, 2026
Stop by W. W. Hagerty Library and find your new favorite study space that works best for you and your study style.
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