Reshaping Historical Narratives through the Atwater Kent Collection

Drexel University

Drexel Atwater Kent Collection and Writers Room artwork hangs on a wall. — Drexel Atwater Kent Collection and Writers Room artwork in *Seeing Philadelphia*, 2023.

Paul Farber records a podcast at WHYY’s studios. Photo by Michael Olcott.

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Grant Year 2023

Grant Amount $360,500

Status Forthcoming

Updated December 18, 2023

A diverse group of storytellers investigate artifacts from the Atwater Kent Collection (formerly housed at the now-closed Philadelphia History Museum) to unearth overlooked arcs of Philadelphia history. In collaboration with Drexel University, First Person Arts, and WHYY, the storytellers craft narratives based on their discoveries, contributing to a podcast series and an exhibition of artifacts dating from the past three centuries.

The total grant amount represents project funding plus an additional 20% in unrestricted general operating support.

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Drexel University

Founded in 1891, Drexel University is a private research university with an emphasis on experiential learning and cooperative education, offering students the opportunity to gain paid, full-time work experience in their field before graduating. The university includes the Westphal College of Art & Design and the Academy of Natural Sciences, among other institutions.

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