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Old City/Historic District
6th and Chestnut streets
Philadelphia, PA 19106
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p: (215) 965-2305
f: (215) 597-0060
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Attractions - Historic Homes and Buildings
Between 1790 and 1800, Philadelphia served as the capital of the United States. The House of Representatives and Senate met here at Congress Hall. This building was the site of George WashingtonÆs second inauguration, and the transfer of power to John Adams as second president.
Distance from Independence Visitor Center: 0.12 miles
Distance from Sister Cities Visitor Center: 1.13 miles
Distance from Pennsylvania Convention Center: 0.56 miles
Between 1790 and 1800, Philadelphia served as the capital of the United States. The House of Representatives and Senate met here at Congress Hall. This building was the site of George WashingtonÆs second inauguration, and the transfer of power to John Adams as second president.
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