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First Match Folder (1892) – 52 Weeks of Firsts - Saturday, March 21 in Old City, PhiladelphiaOld City

First Match Folder (1892) – 52 Weeks of Firsts

Saturday, March 21·Old City
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Small but mighty, the first paper match folder—the precursor to the matchbook—was struck right here in Philadelphia! Explore how this fiery little invention lit the way for advertising, science and everyday convenience.

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Science History Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106, United States

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