Society Hill in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Original Cobblestone
Although William Penn, founder of Philadelphia carefully planned the placement of city streets as early as 1681, it was not until 1762 that the city assumed responsibility for paving.
Erected by Independence National Historical Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1800.
Location. 39° 56.804′ N, 75° 8.935′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Society Hill. Marker can be reached from Walnut Street. Marker is in the Rose Garden between 4th and 5th Streets. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: 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. Rose Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); St. Thomas' African Episcopal Church (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Rose Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); The Philadelphia Contributionship (within shouting distance of this marker); Old St. Joseph's (within shouting distance of this marker); Magnolia Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Insurance Company of North America (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hon. James Campbell (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Philadelphia.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2008, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,482 times since then and 75 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 13, 2008, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.