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Article B : A Day in Philly. Additionally, it is said that in , General George Washington first met the Marquis de Lafayette here.
Over the following years, the tavern continued as a popular spot for celebrations, banquets, and meetings. In March , the original building caught fire, was badly damaged, and was torn down 20 years later in In , an exact replica of City Tavern was rebuilt for the bicentennial.
City Tavern operated as an active restaurant and bar for decades; however, the COVID pandemic and subsequent slumping business forced the restaurant to close in the fall of we were unable to get the full experience, unfortunately. The congregation of Christ Church was founded in and is considered the birthplace of the American Episcopal Church. The current structure was built between — , although the steeple was not added until this made it the tallest building in the colonies at feet.
Today, Christ Church is a privately managed historic site, but considered an official component of Independence National Historical Park. This stunning alleyway was once the home of shipwrights, silversmiths, furniture builders, and other workers in colonial Philadelphia it is named after blacksmith Jeremiah Elfreth, who lived on this street in the s.
Believe it or not, most of the homes along this alley are still privately owned and lived in! Betsy Ross born Elizabeth Griscom was a trained upholsterer who lived and worked in Philadelphia with her husband, John Ross. After his life was tragically cut short in , Betsy continued her work as an upholster and supported the war effort by making cartridges and flags for the Continental Army.
Of course, Betsy Ross is well-known because she purportedly helped design and create the first American flag, after a meeting with George Washington, Robert Morris, and George Ross. Although crediting her with this honor cannot be confirmed, it is known that she made numerous flags for the army and navy and undoubtedly played a role in the creation of the first American flag.
The house that stands today was where she lived during the war years and where she made many American flags for the military. Today, this circa house serves as a museum and is open for tours daily from 10AM — 5PM. For more information, check out their website. Post Office, is managed by the National Park Service and free to visit no tickets are required. The printing office has two reproduction 18th-century printing presses and often demonstrates their use.
Oh, and they even sell printed items right off the press! Through the long brick passageway, the very one that Benjamin Franklin once traversed to get to and from his home, is Franklin Court. Interestingly, there are also glass view ports where you can look underground at the original foundation of his house!
Christ Church Burial Ground, which is associated with the historic church but not to be confused with the burying ground at the actual church, is the final resting place for numerous founding fathers. This is definitely not to be missed- a stroll through the peaceful walkways of the cemetery provide an opportunity to reflect and pay homage to those who came before us.
Thus concludes our walking tour of historic Philadelphia, PA. As mentioned, there are certainly additional historic sites, museums, and points of interest not mentioned here. Feel free to incorporate any or all of this walking tour in your visit and most importantly, have a great time!
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