THE WALLS OF CLIVEDEN sheltered British troops from American attack during the Battle of Germantown, as well as seven generations of Philadelphia’s Chew family in the years that followed.
Cliveden tells a story of America’s continuing struggle for freedom.
About Cliveden
A site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and a proud member of Historic Germantown, Cliveden opened to the public in 1972. Built in 1763-1767, Cliveden was home to seven generations of the Chew family and the men and women who worked for them, was the site of the Battle of Germantown in October 1777, and is an important example of Philadelphia Georgian architecture. Cliveden focuses on telling the multiple narratives of the property by interpreting the buildings and grounds; giving a voice to the men and women—black, white, free, enslaved, and indentured—who played a role in the Cliveden story.
april, 2024
Address
6401 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Map and Directions
Programs and Events
Contact
phone: 215.848.1777
email: info@cliveden.org
Tours
Walk-in tours are available in the spring, summer, and fall from 12 PM to 4 PM, beginning on the hour. No appointment is needed. The last tour of the day begins at 3 PM.
- May-August: Thursday-Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM
- September-November: Friday-Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM
Group and school tours are available year-round by appointment. Call our office at 215-848-1777 or email info@cliveden.org to schedule a tour.
Admission
- Adults & Seniors: $10
- Students & AAA members: $8
- National Trust Members: $5
- Children 6 years and under: FREE
Public Transportation
Cliveden is accessible by SEPTA bus routes 18, 23, H, and XH and regional train routes Chestnut Hill East and Chestnut Hill West.
Visit the Cliveden Website