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Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site

Contact Info
143 South Third Street (Mailing Address)
Columbus Boulevard and Christian Street (Site Address)
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Phone:
215-389-1513
Basics
Type:
Other

Description

Before William Penn, the Swedes were here, building log homes and a brick church, Gloria Dei. Imagine the transformation - town becomes city - 13 colonies become a nation - Swedish Lutheran church becomes Episcopalian. Re-discover patriots and ordinary citizens buried in the cemetery. Enter Pennsylvania's oldest church and feel 300 years of history welcoming you.

Hours + Fees

Hours:

Gloria Dei is an active religious congregation, and is home to the parish minister. For more information about visiting, contact the Rector at (215) 389-1513

Map + Directions

Basic Directions

From northbound I-95
Exit at the Columbus Boulevard/Washington Avenue exit (#16). Turn left onto Christopher Columbus Boulevard. At the second traffic light, Christian Street, turn left. Church parking lot is on the left.

From south bound I-95
Exit at the Penn's Landing (exit 16, left hand off ramp). Turn right onto Christopher Columbus Boulevard. At the first light (Christian Street) turn right. Church parking lot is one the left.

Customizable Directions


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