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 by Pawtuxet
This National Historic Landmark,
named for blacksmith
Jeremiah Elfreth , has been
continuously occupied since 1713.
The houses standing date from
1728 - 1836 representing Colonial
and Federal style architecture.
The public is invited to visit
The Museum House at No. 126.
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 Elfreth's Alley by bct341Leave a Comment Address: ummm... Elfreth's Alley of coursePhone: 215.574.0560Directions: Off 2nd St, bet. Race and Arch StreetsWebsite: http://www.elfrethsalley.org/
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This is the oldest continuously occupied residential street in the nation and a National Historic Landmark. This streetscape of 33 Colonial- and Federal-style homes was once occupied by artisans, including blacksmith Jeremiah Elfreth. There was a Windsor Chair home as well. Two homes are open to the public for guided tours showcasing the allwy's 300-year old history and 18th century life in Colonial America. Leave a Comment Address: 126 Elfreth's AlleyPhone: 215-574-0560Directions: Off 2nd Street between Arch and Race Streets. Museum houses are open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday; noon - 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission fee to museum houses, but not to walk down the street.Website: no website
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 Elfreth's Alley by seagoingJLW
There is no other neighborhood like this. You will see families, professionals and other residents who choose to live here and keep the past alive.
There is also a museum Leave a Comment Address: 126 Elfreth's Ally (Director)Phone: 215-574-0560
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Elfreth's Alley is the oldest continuously residential street in the United States. Though a glance seems to indicate a greater number, there are actually only thirty-three Federal or Colonial houses here dating from the first half of the 18th century. Dates all along the alley record 1730s and 1750s era establishments or architecture. Since this is an actual residential area though an important tourist destination, signs warn visitors to keep somewhat quiet. . .otherwise homeowners might get uptight. Even a soft conversation in the midst of this "road" can be heard from four or five living room. More so than the other historical sites in town, a second's immersion here will remind one almost instantly of Washington's time (with good reason, since the two are contemporary). Leave a Comment Address: Elfreth's AlleyPhone: (215) 574-0560Directions: almost on the Delaware River, three blocks east of the U.S. Mint
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Please respect the resident's privacy. Sometimes my sister would get sick of the tourist's trying to peek in her windows. Leave a Comment
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Tucked away amid much commerce is the oldest continuously inhabited residential area in America. Note, it is not the earliest Philadelphia settlement, that being Southwark (Front to 4th St. between South and Washington) which has been bulldozed and replaced with low cost residences. Elfreth's Alley is instead an elegant trip through one of the most lovely urban alleys you'll ever see. It is located between Market and Arch on 2nd St. though it is kinda tough to find. They will give people a tour and history of the alley. And yes, people are still living there. Directions: Old City
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 Elfreth's Alley by corcatk
The Elfreth's Alley Museum welcomes visitors for guided tours Leave a Comment
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For those who especially wish to find colonial Philadelphia, just step away from the heavy pedestrian traffic of Elfreth's Alley into Bladen's Court, a tiny offshoot virtually untouched since its construction. As the name implies this is merely another residential section belonging to the same period as the Alley, but without its veneer, and therefore seemingly more genuine. The houses here are encased in brick, the windows are austere if not cheerless, and the railings look like they've weathered the centuries. All in all the place is well kept and easy to visit, requiring but minutes of your time. Leave a Comment Address: off Elfreth's AlleyDirections: northeast downtown Philadelphia
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