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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.
The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is a preserved home once rented by American author Edgar Allan Poe, located at 532 N. 7th Street, in the Spring Garden neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The site includes the original home (unfurnished) where Edgar Allan Poe lived in ca.1843-1844 as well as an adjoining home with exhibits exploring Poe and publishing, Philadelphia through Poe's eyes, and Poe and his family.
Administered by the National Park Service, the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site was Poe’s residence in 1843. Of his several Philadelphia homes, only this one survives. It serves as a tangible link to Poe at the height of his literary achievements.
Within walking distance of the world-famous Liberty Bell, sits a small house where the 19th-century American author lived for a brief time. Today the home is preserved as the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site.
Frequently Asked Questions. Where is the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site? The site is located at 532 N. 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123. Where can I find directions and information about parking?
Today, that home is owned by the National Park Service and is known as the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site. The home is one of many historic houses in Philly and is located in the Sprint Garden neighborhood of Philadelphia, near the intersection of Spring Garden and 7th Streets.
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.
This site is currently closed for a utilities improvement project. It includes an exhibit area, original unfurnished home, and sales center. When open, visitors may opt for a self-guided or ranger-led tour of the historic house. You can explore the site from home using this layout of the house.
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived, and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. Edgar Allan Poe's writing has engaged readers all over the globe.