Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
Designation: National Historic Site
Location: Pennsylvania
📘 Park Overview
Described as horrifying, mystifying, and brilliant, Poe’s writing has engaged readers all over the world. 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.
🌤 Weather Information
Summers are typically hot and muggy, fall and spring are generally mild, and winter is cold. Snowfall is highly variable, with some winters bringing only light snow and others bringing several major snowstorms, with the normal seasonal snowfall standing at 22.4 in (57 cm). Precipitation is generally spread throughout the year, with eight to twelve wet days per month.
🚗 Directions
The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is located at 532 N. 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123. It sits in an urban area served by Interstates 95 and 676. On- street parking is usually available near the site. The site is also easily accessible by public transportation. See the directions web page for more information.
Images
Edgar Allan Poe lived in Philadelphia for six years, but he resided at this home for about a year, 1843-1844.
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Wall mounted illustrations show how the room may have been furnished when Edgar Allan Poe lived in the house.
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Is this where Poe got his inspiration for "The Black Cat?" Descend to the basement and decide for yourself.
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Stand in the shadow of the raven statue in the yard.
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The Reading Room at the Edgar Allan Poe National Historical Site is furnished according to Poe's satirical essay "The Philosophy of Furniture."
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
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3-Day Weather Forecast
Tuesday, Aug 18
Sunny
High: 88.4°F | Low: 73.2°F
Humidity: 72%
Wind: 7.8 mph
Rain Chance: 72%
UV Index: 8.1
Sunrise: 06:15 AM
Sunset: 07:53 PM
Moon: First Quarter (37%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 74.2°F
Cloud Cover: 72%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Wednesday, Aug 19
Sunny
High: 90.4°F | Low: 71.7°F
Humidity: 49%
Wind: 10.3 mph
Rain Chance: 3%
UV Index: 8.3
Sunrise: 06:16 AM
Sunset: 07:52 PM
Moon: First Quarter (48%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 70.5°F
Cloud Cover: 3%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Thursday, Aug 20
Overcast
High: 90.2°F | Low: 73°F
Humidity: 54%
Wind: 10.3 mph
Rain Chance: 36%
UV Index: 8.2
Sunrise: 06:17 AM
Sunset: 07:50 PM
Moon: First Quarter (58%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 71.8°F
Cloud Cover: 36%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
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Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
532 N. 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
🏤 Mailing Address:
c/o Independence National Historical Park
143 S. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
📞 Voice Phone: 215-965-2305
✉️ Email: indevisitorinfo@nps.gov