Street of Colonial and Antique Homes
Neighborhood: Old City
Phone: +1 215 574 0560
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Known as the oldest residential street in the country, Elfreth's Alley boasts nearly 30 houses dating from the early 18th to 19th centuries, most generally middle-class homes of merchants and small businessmen. The colonial lodgings give visitors an appreciation of the endurance of the craftsmanship of the American forefathers. The rustic edifices inspire the flavor of the Revolutionary Days. Families who pledge to preserve the look of the structures currently occupy the houses. Home #126 features period furniture and other changing exhibits.
Reviews
An Urban Planner's Dream
If you're an urban planning geek or just like to look at the nation's history, Elfreth's...
Reviewed by:jen_price16 from on Mar 08 2007
A walk back in time
It may just be an alley, but walking through this alley lined on both sides by quaint 18th century h...
Reviewed by:chua_herbert from San Francisco, CA on Sep 24 2006
Just a street...
Just a street...albeit a old street with grand old buildings. It's worth a visit if you happen t...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 13 2006
