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Founding of the Drexel Institute
- When
- 1891
- Where
- Philadelphia
Anthony Joseph Drexel founded the Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry in Philadelphia in 1891, establishing a career-oriented school.
Anthony Joseph Drexel, a prominent American banker, founded the institution in 1891. The school was established as the Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry. It was located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and focused on career-oriented education, particularly in engineering.
Sources
- Drexel University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-25
- Anthony Joseph Drexel Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-15
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