Historical Places in Center City East Philadelphia, PA
2. Historic Philadelphia, Incorporated
150 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
3. Old St. Mary's Church
252 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
4. Arch Street Meeting House
320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: Located in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia, Arch Street Meeting House is a museum, National Historic Landmark, and active Quaker place of worship. Constructed in 1804 on…
5. Powel House
244 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: The Georgian mansion of well-to-do colonial Samuel Powel, who served as mayor of Philadelphia. Home also to the sinful dinners, as John Adams called it, the fabulous dinners…
6. Historic Landmarks-the Metropoli
237 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
7. Physick House
321 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: The only free standing Federal-style mansion left in Philadelphia. Built in 1786 for Madiera wine importer Henry Hill, it was later purchased by Dr. Philip Syng Physick in…
8. Christ Church
20 N American St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: This church's congregation has included Ben Franklin, George Washington and Betsy Ross.This church's congregation has included Ben Franklin, George Washington and Betsy Ross.
9. Old First Reformed Church
151 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
10. St Peter's Episcopal Church
313 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: Red-brick Episcopal church that was originally built as an alternative to Christ Church, which was deemed too muddy for "fine gentlemen and beautiful belles".Red-brick…
11. Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
301 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
12. Irish Memorial Monument
100 S Front St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
13. St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
21 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19107
14. South Street
301 South St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
From Business: Known as Philadelphia's liveliest and funkiest strip, the street has more than 300 stores and restaurants.Known as Philadelphia's liveliest and funkiest strip, the street has…
16. Carpenters' Hall
320 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: Built in 1770 and used by a variety of political groups, Carpenter Hall was used as a hospital and arsenal during the Revolutionary War.Built in 1770 and used by a variety of…
17. Merchant Exchange Building
143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: Independence National Historical Park, located in Philadelphias and offers a collection of artworks and recreational facilities. Its facilities include the Liberty Bell,…
18. Fireman's Hall Museum
147 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: Stop by this small (and free!) museum on your walking tour of Philadelphia. Staffed by actual firemen, Firemans Hall exhibits artifacts, such as leather buckets and fire marks,…
19. Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent
15 S 7th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: Just steps from the Liberty Bell the new Philadelphia History Museum showcases an array of historical objects, art, and artifacts that tell the story of Philadelphia, from its…
20. American Philosophical Society
105 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
21. Second Bank of the United States
420 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
23. E-Moderne Gallerie
116 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: The gallery focuses on a variety of provocative and inspiring asian ART forms that deliver a strong conceptual message. Signature artistic styles. And artistic integrity.
24. Center for Architecture and Design
1218 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 19107
From Business: The Center provides the public with a place to explore architecture, urban planning, and design, allowing them to understand how these disciplines affect us all in our daily…
25. Elfreths Alley Museum
126 Elfreths Aly, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: America's oldest residential street was built in 1702 and is now designated a National Historic Landmark.America's oldest residential street was built in 1702 and is now…
26. Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
"I can still remember going to Betsy Ross' house when I was a kid on a field trip. I had the chance to go again last year and it was still a great experience. The house is very…"
27. African American Museum In Philadelphia
701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: "This tenacity for survival is embedded in the history of African American resistance and an intense desire to be free." J.H. Shiele (2005). PHAAT will only be able to provide…
28. Presbyterian Historical Society
425 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
From Business: The Presbyterian Historical Society is a cultural institution located in the historic society hill section of Philadelphia. The Society has permanent exhibits as well as…
29. Athenaeum of Philadelphia
219 S 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
From Business: A non-profit library and historic site furnished with fine and decorative arts from the first half of the 19th century. Free exhibitions.A non-profit library and historic site…
30. Independence National Historical Park
313 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106