Banker's Row -- Architectural Walking Tour
Schedule
Sat Oct 23 2021 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location
Welcome Park | Philadelphia, PA
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BANKERS’ ROW: ARCHITECTURE AND FINANCE IN PHILADELPHIAIn the early years of the new Republic, Philadelphia was the nation’s financial capital, home to the first stock exchange (1790), the Bank of the United States, the US Mint, the first securities exchange, the first commodities exchange, and other early banking and insurance institutions. The epicenter of this activity was Chestnut Street in Old City, where important early institutions were housed in architectural treasures, ranging from Greek Revival “temples” to later brick and limestone buildings such as The Bourse Building and the US Customs House. Explore the history of this important part of Philadelphia by visiting notable architectural landmarks, visible evidence of Philadelphia’s early financial prominence.
Advance registration required.
$10 Preservation Alliance Member
$15 Non-Member
$12 Student (must show ID)
Tours run approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Rain or shine.
Questions? Please email [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Welcome Park, 143 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: