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Thomas Mifflin School

The Thomas Mifflin School is located at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a two and a half story structure and was built in the year 1936 C.E. The school building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine in a Colonial Revival style of architecture. It was named after American merchant and politician Thomas Mifflin. The building got listed on the National Registrar of Historic Places on November 18, 1988.

South Street

There's a oldies song that asks “Where do all the hippest meet? (South Street, South Street).” That's still pretty true, except now instead of hippest, it's hipsters, as well as scenesters, college kids and young hippy-esque families. The non-chain stores, vintage clothing shops and unique art galleries bring in the younger generations in droves, giving them a break from the standard Gap and Abercrombie. Check out the Theater of the Living Arts for a nighttime concert or grab a drink at Paddy Whacks, but make sure to visit in daylight too, for a taste of famous Lorenzo's pizza and some unique shopping!

Haddington

Haddington is largely an African American neighborhood of Philadelphia. Encompassing an area of 8 acres (3.2 hectares), it comprises of buildings that date back to early 1900's. The area has a mix of architectural styles, with the Colonial Revival, Spanish Revival and Classical Revival being most prominent.

Estey Hall

Built over one acre of land, the Estey Hall also well known as the Allman Building is a seven levels structure. Used for mainly for commercial purpose, this building looks absolutely stunning eith the architecture an the curvy effect given to it at the alternate windows. This building is a beauty to watch and grabs visitors and tourists to visit this place when in town. This building was also registered as a National Historic Place.

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

The National Museum of Jewish American History chronicles the existence of Judaism in the country and its cultural impact on society. Established in 1976, this 100,000 square-foot (9290 square-meter) space is replete with over 20,000 displays that testify the Jewish-American tie dating back to the Colonial period. Learn Hebrew traditions, explore their interactive exhibits, watch engaging films at the theater, browse through artifacts and read through literary work by Jewish writers. Visit the museum store to take home postcards, curios and unique souvenirs.

Bergdoll Mansion

The Bergdoll House was owned by the Bergdoll's family that was touted to be one of the most affluent families around. This luxurious and classy structure speaks volumes about the owners riches and good taste. A blend of Beaux Arts and Italianate style of architectural design, it was included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Currently, it has been transformed in to a modern apartment.

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