Spotlight Tour: Houses of the Revolutionary City
Saturday, September 13, 2025 ~ 10:30am
About the event
Inspired by the stories in the American Philosophical Society's 2025 exhibition, Philadelphia, The Revolutionary City, this series of tours invites you to visit four important historic houses here in Philadelphia. Each Saturday in September we will meet to learn about a different historic house and its grounds, with knowledgeable staff at each site. A member of the APS staff will also be on hand to point out the connections between the houses, their stories, and the exhibition Philadelphia, the Revolutionary City.
On Saturday, September 13th, visitors will tour Cliveden beginning at 10:30am. The tour should last about 1 hour each and will require walking, standing, and some stairs. Accommodations are available. Please let us know in advance if you need accommodation.
Tickets are $8 per person; advanced registration is required.
Driving Directions
Via PA Turnpike (I-276): Take exit 333 and follow Germantown Pike east for 7 miles to Cliveden Street on the left.
Via Schuylkill Expressway (I-76): Take exit 340 to Lincoln Drive. Turn right onto Johnson Street (third light) then left onto Germantown Avenue (fourth light). Take the first right onto Cliveden Street.
Public Transportation
SEPTA Bus: The 23 bus makes a stop directly in front of Cliveden on Germantown Avenue. Cliveden is also accessible on the 71 (formerly the H bus), the 81 (formerly the XH bus), and 18 bus routes.
SEPTA Regional Rail: Cliveden is a short walking distance from Chestnut Hill East line, Washington Lane stop.
The grounds can be accessed by the main gate located on Germantown Avenue and the side gate on Cliveden Street; they are also wheelchair accessible. Street parking is generally available.
Second Saturdays at Cliveden
Cliveden offers engaging and free activities to the community the second Saturday of the month, from May to October. Click the button below for the complete schedule!
