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Historic Houses
Contrary to popular belief, walls do talk. Throughout the region, there are dozens of historic houses whose walls talk a blue streak! They talk about men and women who spoke treasonous thoughts, but only in whispers because to do otherwise could mean imprisonment or worse.
They talk about men who labored at dirty, grueling jobs to give their children a better life. They talk about women who cried in anguish over the death of their infant children. They talk of great wealth, grinding poverty and the struggle to survive.
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The Betsy Ross House
Home and burial place of Betsy Ross
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Woodford
An excellent example of Philadelphia Georgian architecture, set in Fairmount Park
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Colonial
Houses built before the American Revolution
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Fairmount Park Houses
Elegant homes of Philadelphia’s 18th and 19th century gentry
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Fairmount Park Houses (East)
Elegant homes of Philadelphia’s 18th and 19th century gentry
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Historic Houses of Creative Geniuses
Houses that were once inhabited by genius
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Houses with Gardens
Historic houses that connect with nature
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Post Revolutionary War
The Philadelphia region continued to grow after independence was won
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Special Interest
Historic Houses: Architectural Interest
Not only historic, but also architecturally significant
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Historic Houses: For Kids
These attractions offer something especially for children
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Historic Houses: Multicultural
Visit the homes that profile Philadelphia's history of tolerance and diversity
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Historic Houses: Open on a Monday
Open on the day many attractions close their doors
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Location
Historic Houses: Bucks County
Located in the bucolic Bucks County countryside
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Historic Houses: Chester County
Located in the beautiful Chester County countryside
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Historic Houses: Delaware County
Located in the serene Delaware County countryside
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Historic Houses: Germantown
Located in the historic Germantown neighborhood
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Historic Houses: Historic District
Located in the Historic District in Philadelphia
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Historic Houses: Montgomery County
Located in the tranquil Montgomery County countryside
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