Pass By: Old City, Old City, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Every building in Philadelphia has a story to tell. The materials, technology, and styles in vogue, when these buildings were constructed, might reveal one story, while the people who designed, built, lived, and worked in them often add a narrative of their own. Come with me on this walking tour to hear about the events that took place in and around Philadelphia’s Old City buildings. Along the way, I’ll tell you about the individuals who shaped the city from its beginnings to American Independence.
Pass By: Elfreth's Alley, 126 Elfreths Aly, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Starting in Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America, you'll hear the story of the city's early history.
Pass By: Christ Church, 20 N American St, On 2nd, Above Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Along the way, you’ll see Christ Church, where George Washington, Betsy Ross, and Deborah Franklin all worshiped at some point.
Pass By: Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, New York 12538
Along the way, you’ll see Fragments of Franklin Court and the sections where Ben Franklin spent the last years of his life.
Pass By: Carpenters' Hall, 320 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Along the way, you’ll see Carpenters’ Hall, the first craft guild in America and home of the First Continental Congress.
Pass By: First Bank of the United States, 120 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Along the way, you’ll see the First Bank of the United States, created by Alexander Hamilton, which sparked the beginning of the two-party system.
Pass By: Merchants Exchange Building, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
You'll pass by the Merchants Exchange Building and along the way, learn its history and connection to Philadelphia's start.
Pass By: Site Marker of Alexander Hamilton's Former Home, 226 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
On this tour, you’ll also hear about Alexander Hamilton’s time in Philadelphia and the scandal he was involved in.
Pass By: Second Bank of the United States, Chestnut Street, 4th and 5th Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Along the way, you’ll see the Second Bank of the United States, which looks Grecian in style.
Pass By: Robert Morris Statue, South 5th Street, South 4th Street, Walnut Street and Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
You'll pass by the statue of Robert Morris. You'll learn about the man and hear a bit about why the statue is controversial.
Pass By: Library Hall, 105 S 5th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
You'll pass by Library Hall and along the way, learn its history and connection to Philadelphia's start.
Pass By: Old City Hall, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Along with hearing about the Old City Hall, you'll learn a lot about the American Revolution which will loom large, as will the founding of our government, in which Benjamin Franklin had a large role to play. He’s the only person to have signed the Constitution of the United States, the Declaration of Independence, the Treaty of Alliance, and the Treaty of Paris.
Pass By: Congress Hall, 6th & Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
You'll pass by Congress Hall and along the way, learn its history and connection to Philadelphia's start.
Pass By: President's House Site, 6th St &, Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
The tour wraps up at the President's House Site. From there you'll see several landmarks tied to the American Revolution.
Pass By: Liberty Bell, 526 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Along the way, you’ll see The Liberty Bell, where you’ll hear its story and discover what it commemorates.
Pass By: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
On this tour, you’ll walk the same streets as Philadelphia’s founding fathers and mothers to Independence Hall.
