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First Match Folder (1892) – 52 Weeks of Firsts

Saturday, March 21·Old City

First Match Folder (1892) – 52 Weeks of Firsts

Posted to Old City on January 3, 2026

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Sat, Mar 21

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Science History Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106, United States

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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