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.

Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PennsylvaniaListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000681★ National Historic Landmark
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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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Listing details

Name
Elfreth's Alley Historic District
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia County
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.