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Welcome to the Karpeles Manuscript Museum

The Karpeles Library is the world's largest private holding of important original manuscripts & documents. Admission is free in all of our 14 locations. The archives include Literature, Science, Religion, History and Art. Among the treasures are: The original draft of the Bill of Rights of the United States, The original manuscript of "The Wedding March", Einstein's famous formula "E=Mc2", The "Thanksgiving Proclamation" signed by George Hanson (first President under the Articles of Confederation), Roget's "Thesaurus", Webster's "Dictionary" and over one million more.

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April 4, 2015

In partnership with Motherland Productions, The Karpeles presented "Juneteenth", a celebration in recognition of the anniversary of the emancipation of slaves in Texas. The Mini Museum program experienced significant growth...Continue Reading

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