A large portion of the Philadelphia of the eighteenth century is showcased in just three blocks of the city just to the south from Carpenters’ Hall., including historic churches, houses, and other historic sites. Visitors can follow the direction provided on the website of Carpenters’ Hall to explore this self-guided walking tour through Society Hill and Old City. The walking tour of the three historic blocks typically takes around an hour to complete. Sites along the walking tour include Carpenters’ Hall, Old St. Joseph’s Church, the home of Thomas Nevell, and the Merchants’ Exchange among several other historic homes and sites.

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