Elfreth's Alley
An exceptional collection of early American structures, built 1720s-1830s, the alley contained the homes and shops of diverse artisans. Later, working-class immigrants lived here and labored in nearby industries. Residents began preservation efforts in 1934.
Historical map archives, georeferenced via AllmapsDavid Rumsey Map Collection, Stanford LibrariesHistorical map archives, georeferenced via AllmapsUniversity Library, Vrije Universiteit AmsterdamDavid Rumsey Map Collection, Stanford Libraries
Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov
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