Elfreth's Alley Museum

Elfreth's Alley Museum

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A National Historic Landmark since 1960; home since 1713.

The Museum of Elfreth’s Alley is a National Historic Landmark that celebrates three centuries of everyday Americans. You've heard the American story through its founders and rulers, come hear it through the lives and experiences of its citizens!

Photos from Elfreth's Alley Museum's post 06/06/2026

TODAY SAT JUNE 6th PHILLY -

📍Fun things to do in Philly:
Elfreth’s Alley Day AKA Fête Day 2026

See inside elfreths alley houses during this fundraiser to support the historic street

This is more than just a fun weekend event—it’s a fundraiser! All ticket sales and donations directly support the preservation of Elfreth’s Alley, helping maintain this historic treasure for generations to come.

🎟️ Tickets available now through the Elfreth’s Alley website! OR at the link in our bio

✦ Celebrate AND support Philly’s history on Elfreth’s Alley ✦

Step back in time and see inside these 17-18th century houses at Fête Day 2025, Elfreth’s Alley’s signature spring fundraiser celebration-

📍Elfreths Alley, Old City Philly
📅 Saturday June 6th 2026
⏰ 1 PM - 5 PM

Wander the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street while enjoying:
- people in costumes
- music
- A cash bar (proceeds benefit the alley!!)
- free Refreshments like lemonade and soft pretzels
- AND OF COURSE Rare access to see inside the private historic homes

TICKET PRICING
- Adult $26.50
- Child (7-12) $11.20
- Family Deal (2 adults, 2+ children) $62.20

REMEMBER this money goes directly to the nonprofit Elfreths Alley Association that maintains and supports this historical Philly alley. We can’t do it without your help.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of living history in the heart of Old City Philadelphia!

Whether you’re looking for fun things to do in Philly or exploring the best things to do in Philadelphia, this gem in Old City Philadelphia is a must-see!

05/24/2026

Our Museum houses will be open tomorrow, Monday May 25th, from 12pm-4pm in celebration of Memorial Day. Come pay us a visit!

America’s oldest continuously inhabited street will open its historic homes for a once-a-year Fete Day during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration 05/19/2026

Thank you Secret Philadelphia for sharing the news about Elfreth's Alley Fete Day Open House and Fundraiser on Saturday, June 6th. Get your tickets today for this can't miss Philadelphia tradition!

America’s oldest continuously inhabited street will open its historic homes for a once-a-year Fete Day during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration Elfreth’s Alley Fete Day returns June 6, 2026 with historic home tours, reenactors, music, and more on America’s oldest residential street.

05/19/2026

Subscribe to the Elfreth's Alley Patreon to read an article about one of our past residents, Helen R. Yearsley, known in her time as "The Artist of Elfreth's Alley" to people all over the United States.
www.patreon.com/elfrethsalley

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Location

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124-126 Elfreths Alley
Philadelphia, PA
19106