National Register of Historic Places
Elfreth's Alley Historic District
Elfreth's Alley Historic District is a historic place in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000681.
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Elfreth's Alley Historic District
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About this place
What is Elfreth's Alley Historic District?
Elfreth's Alley is a historic street in the Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia, dating back to 1703. The street has 32 houses, built between 1703 and 1836. The Elfreth's Alley Museum is located at #124 and 126. The alley, a National Historic Landmark, runs from North Front to North 2nd streets, paralleling Arch and Quarry streets.
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The record
Listing details
- Name
- Elfreth's Alley Historic District
- City
- Philadelphia
- County
- Philadelphia County
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000681
- Resource type
- district
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 39.95278, -75.14223
When was Elfreth's Alley Historic District listed on the National Register?
Elfreth's Alley Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Elfreth's Alley Historic District located?
Elfreth's Alley Historic District is located in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania at approximately 39.95278, -75.14223. See the map above.
Is Elfreth's Alley Historic District a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Elfreth's Alley Historic District is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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