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The Daguerreian Society is the leading organization dedicated to the history, technology, art, and preservation of 19th-century photography. Become a Member

Our international membership brings together photography collectors and dealers, museum professionals, historians, scientists, students, educators, photographers, and artists. We welcome all who share an interest in early photography.

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Edith Cuerrier and Allen Phillips Join Daguerreian Society Board of Directors

March 27, 2026 4:32 PM

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Room Reservations Now Open for 2026 Washington, DC Symposium

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Seeking Consignments and Donations for 2026 Benefit Auction

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January–March 2026 Quarterly Published

March 22, 2026 8:29 AM

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Being a member of the Daguerreian Society means that you are part of a worldwide community of like-minded people who share a passion for early photographic images and processes.

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The Daguerreian Annual

The Daguerreian Annual showcases original research illustrated with full-color reproductions and historical reprints. Published annually since 1990, these beautifully produced volumes—available in print and digital editions—have become an essential resource for the study, understanding, and appreciation of daguerreotypes and other 19th-century photography.

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The Daguerreian Society Quarterly

The Daguerreian Society Quarterly is published electronically four times a year and features selected daguerreotypes and other 19th-century photographs in full color, articles of interest, late-breaking news, research queries, and reviews of recent books and publications.

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The Society regularly organizes educational programs exploring various aspects of the history, technology, art, and preservation of 19th-century photography.

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Cecil, PA 15321-0306

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