Athenaeum

 
Pronunciation: /ˌaθɪˈniːəm/
(US also Atheneum)

noun

  • used in the names of libraries or institutions for literary or scientific study: the Boston Athenaeum
  • used in the titles of periodicals concerned with literature, science, and art.
  • (the Athenaeum) a London club founded in 1824, originally for men of distinction in literature, art, and learning.

Origin:

mid 18th century: via Latin from Greek Athēnaion, denoting the temple of the goddess Athene in ancient Athens (which was used for teaching)