National Register of Historic Places
St. Peter's Church
St. Peter's Church is a historic place in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1996, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 96000969.
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St. Peter's Church
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About this place
What is St. Peter's Church?
St. Peter's Church is a historic Episcopal church located on the corner of Third and Pine Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It opened for worship on September 4, 1761 and served as a place of worship for many of the United States Founding Fathers during the period of the Continental Congresses. The building was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1996. The church remains an active parish; the current rector is the Rev. Laurie Wurm.
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Listing details
- Name
- St. Peter's Church
- City
- Philadelphia
- County
- Philadelphia County
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Listed on the National Register
- June 18, 1996
- NRIS reference number
- 96000969
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 39.94306, -75.14795
When was St. Peter's Church listed on the National Register?
St. Peter's Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1996.
Where is St. Peter's Church located?
St. Peter's Church is located in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania at approximately 39.94306, -75.14795. See the map above.
Is St. Peter's Church a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. St. Peter's Church is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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