Elfreth's Alley

126 Elfreths Alley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106 USA

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“Our nation’s oldest residential street”

Elfreth's Alley — popularly known as "Our nation’s oldest residential street" – dates back to the first days of the eighteenth century. Twenty years after William Penn founded Pennsylvania and established Philadelphia as its capital, the town had grown into a thriving, prosperous mercantile center on the banks of the Delaware River.

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Deanna D.

September 11, 2024

This was really cute to check out while in the Philly area. Would recommend to check out. Read more

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Les R.

July 04, 2024

Second trip here. First trip was in Nov. 23 and just had to bring my partner here this Jun (2024). Dating back to 1700's it is the oldest inhabited street in the country, or at least proclaimed.... Read more

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Pamela L.

July 04, 2024

Happy Independence Day Everyone! What better way to celebrate 4th of July than to explore Elfreth's Alley, a time capsule of one of the most historic neighborhoods in America. The museum here is... Read more

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