Atheneum

Ath·e·ne·um

Atheneum

n.

pl. Atheneums, Athenæa

  1. A temple of Athene, at Athens, in which scholars and poets were accustomed to read their works and instruct students. (Gr. Antiq.)
  2. A school founded at Rome by Hadrian.
  3. A literary or scientific association or club.
  4. A building or an apartment where a library, periodicals, and newspapers are kept for use.