William Penn Annex East in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Maxfield Parrish
(1870 – 1966)
One of America’s most popular artists, Parrish was a pioneer in commercial and graphic art. A master illustrator, he was innovative in incorporating art in advertising. He is known for his signature vibrant blues, his choice of fantastical subjects, and capturing the spontaneity of action. He studied at the Pa. Academy of the Fine Arts and under Howard Pyle at Drexel. His Dream Garden mosaic here was created with Tiffany Studios in 1915.
Erected 2016 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list.
Location. 39° 56.888′ N, 75° 9.066′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in William Penn Annex East. Marker is on 6th Street north of Walnut Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 601 Walnut St, Philadelphia PA 19106, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Historic Site in Journalism (here, next to this marker); Welcome to Washington Square (within shouting distance of this marker); Washington Square (within shouting distance of this marker); Penn's Plan (within shouting distance of this marker); Bicentennial Moon Tree (within shouting distance of this marker); Walnut Street Prison (within shouting distance of this marker); In Memory of the Many American Soldiers (within shouting distance of this marker); Commodore John Barry, U. S. N. (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Philadelphia.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 25, 2017, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 325 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 25, 2017, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 4. submitted on January 12, 2024, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California.