(215) 597-8780
530-32 N 7th St
Philadelphia,
PA
19106
39.9617
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Neighborhoods: North Philadelphia, North Philadelphia East
What People Are Saying About Edgar Allan Poe Historic Site
The Editor
Tara Nurin
Citysearch
In Short – Edgar Allan Poe rented four different homes during the course of his stay in Philadelphia; the only one that still stands has been converted to the National Park Service's official museum dedicated to the horror poet. Left unfurnished and sparse for decades, the site is undergoing major renovations in 2009 -- timed to coincide with Poe's 200th birthday -- that will modernize some of the interpretive exhibits and surprise visitors with a large model of the man's head.
The Details on Edgar Allan Poe Historic Site
The Extras:
While living in Philadelphia, Poe wrote "The Purloined Letter," "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Masque of the Red Death" and "The Tell-Tale Heart," among other works.
Fun Fact:
Poe is believed to have started writing "The Raven" in Philly and is credited with inventing the modern detective story.
When to Go:
Throughout 2009, the Poe house is hosting numerous internationally publicized workshops, performances and readings to commemorate the bicentennial of the author's birth.
The Extras:
Get a more in-depth look with a park service cell phone tour by dialing 267- 519- 4295 from the site.
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Smoking Permitted:
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