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February 27, 2023
The David Center for the American Revolution at the American Philosophical Society and the Massachusetts Historical Society intend to host a conference on the theme...
February 27, 2023
John White Man Runs Him, on horse, Carson Yellow Tail, and possibly Leo Medicine Crow with three horses in snow. Photograph taken by William A...
February 21, 2023
“Officers of artificers beg dismission from the service, producing certificates to show that their families are starving for bread, - no wonder! with wheat at...
February 9, 2023
The American Philosophical Society (APS) has recently made a posthumous addition to its Membership rolls for the first time in its 280 year history. Thanks...
February 8, 2023
The American Philosophical Society ’s Library & Museum and Linda Hall Library have bet on their respective home teams to win the Super Bowl –...
February 6, 2023
Header Image: Four 8-cent stamps were issued in the Rising of the Spirit of Independence Bicentennial Issue commemorating communications in colonial times. The 8-cent Posting...
January 30, 2023
Header image: Sketch of Pedro Alatriste’s corn field in Zacapoaxtla, Puebla, showing how to sow beans and maize in the same field. Drawn by John...
January 23, 2023
The two largest Boas-related collections at the American Philosophical Society are fairly clear in scope and frequently consulted. The American Council of Learned Societies Collection...