Welcome to the Birthplace of our nation, an area rich in history. From the historical significance of Independence Hall to the charm of Elfreth’s Alley, America’s oldest continuously inhabited street, there is much to see and learn within the area spanning from the Delaware River to 7th Street and from Vine Street to Lombard Street. This was the heart of Philadelphia’s original city.
One of the many hidden gems in Philadelphia is the Fireman’s Hall Museum in Old City. Housed in a renovated 1902 firehouse, it is one of the nation’s premier fire museums focused on the preservation of Philly fire history and promoting fire safety. Philadelphia is the birthplace of the first volunteer fire companies. In 1736, Benjamin Franklin created the first fire brigade called The Union Fire Company.
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