Germantown Historical Society

The Germantown Historical Society is an educational and research center dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of the original German Township in northwest Philadelphia. Encompassing the contemporary neighborhoods of Germantown, Mt. Airy, and Chestnut Hill and the Wissahickon Valley, greater Germantown is a dynamic and diverse community. It also serves as the headquarters for the Historic Germantown consortium of sites and museums. The Society houses a unique collection of artifacts, books, manuscripts, maps, and images documenting Germantown’s many stories. Community residents, neighborhood and family historians, scholars, and the curious of all ages are invited to share and experience this history by exploring the resources in the Pat Henning Library and Archives, visiting our exhibits and collections, inquiring about Historic Germantown attractions, and participating in programs and classes at all of our member institutions. Visit germantownhistory.org ›

Germantown Historical Society
5501 Germantown Avenue, on Market Square
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Phone Number: 215-844-1683
Fax Number: 215-844-2831
Email: info@germantownhistory.org
website: www.germantownhistory.org

Hours: Library/Archives: Tues 9 – 1; Thurs, Sun. 1 – 5; administrative office hrs: Tues 9 -1; W-Th 9-5; Fri: 9-1
Staff:Laura Beardsley, Site Administrator
Sandra L. Chaff, Librarian Archivist
Judith Callard, Editor, The Crier
Anne Burnett, Program Director, Historic Germantown
Public Transportation Nearby: 23 Bus to School House Lane; SEPTA R8 to Chelten Avenue, or R7 to Germantown.