Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site — N. 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA Hours and Location
Category: National Parks
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Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site Hours
Other Nearby Locations:
- Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial: Philadelphia (3rd And Pine Streets) — 0.8 miles
- Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail: Philadelphia (Chestnut Street) — 1.0 miles
- Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River: Philadelphia (Chestnut Street) — 1.0 miles
Other Attractions Nearby:
- BJ's Wholesale Club: Philadelphia — 3.6 miles
- Sam's Club: Deptford, NJ — 9.0 miles
- Costco: Mount Laurel, NJ — 12.6 miles
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532 N. 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123Driving Directions
Phone: (215)965-2305(215)965-2305 Maps & Directions
Other Nearby Locations:
- Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial: Philadelphia (3rd And Pine Streets) — 0.8 miles
- Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail: Philadelphia (Chestnut Street) — 1.0 miles
- Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River: Philadelphia (Chestnut Street) — 1.0 miles
Other Attractions Nearby:
- BJ's Wholesale Club: Philadelphia — 3.6 miles
- Sam's Club: Deptford, NJ — 9.0 miles
- Costco: Mount Laurel, NJ — 12.6 miles
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National Historic Site
Operating Hours & Seasons
Historic site
The site is open Friday through Sunday, from 9am to 12noon, and 1pm to 5pm. The site closes from 12noon to 1pm for lunch.
Standard Hours
- Sunday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Saturday:9:00 AM-5:00 AM
Additional Information View More- Christmas Day:
- Closed
- Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.:
- Closed
- New Year’s Day:
- Closed
- Washington’s Birthday:
- Closed
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $0.00 - None
Admission is FREE.
About
Admission is FREE.
"I had walled the monster up within the tomb!"
Described as horrifying, mystifying, and brilliant, Poe’s writing has engaged readers all over the globe. The six years Edgar Allan Poe lived in Philadelphia were his happiest and most productive. Yet Poe also struggled with bad luck, personal demons and his wife’s illness. In Poe’s humble home, reflect on the human spirit surmounting crushing obstacles, and celebrate Poe’s astonishing creativity.
Directions
The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is located at 532 N. 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123. It sits in an urban area served by Interstates 95 and 676. On- street parking is usually available near the site. The site is also easily accessible by public transportation. See the directions web page for more information.
Weather
Summers are typically hot and muggy, fall and spring are generally mild, and winter is cold. Snowfall is highly variable, with some winters bringing only light snow and others bringing several major snowstorms, with the normal seasonal snowfall standing at 22.4 in (57 cm). Precipitation is generally spread throughout the year, with eight to twelve wet days per month.
Permits and Reservations Information
As of: 3:00 pm (EDT) Mon May 5, 2025. [Change]