Geographical Society of Philadelphia records Circa 1891-1985

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Geographical Society of Philadelphia records Circa 1891-1985

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In 1891, a group of Philadelphians with a passion for exploration and geography founded the Geographical Society of Philadelphia. The first president, Angelo Heilprin, climbed erupting Mt. Pelée on Martinique. Henry Grier Bryant explored and mapped unknown parts of Labrador. Charter member Robert E. Peary made expeditions toward the North Pole with funds and active participation of members. Artist-member Cecilia Beaux designed the Society’s globe logo. From the guide to the Geographi...