Bryn Athyn, Huntingdon Valley

Name: Bryn Athyn
Address: Huntingdon Valley, United States

#7 among attractions in Huntingdon Valley

Neighbourhood, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Bryn Athyn Historic District is a National Historic Landmark District encompassing an important collection of Arts and Crafts movement architecture in Bryn Athyn, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Designated in 2008, it includes three residential properties associated with the Pitcairn family who supported the movement, as well as Bryn Athyn Cathedral, all built by craftsmen employed by the Pitcairns. ()

Coordinates: 40°8'28"N, 75°4'3"W

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Day trips

Bryn Athyn – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Glencairn Museum, General Church of the New Jerusalem, Bryn Athyn-Lower Moreland Bridge.

0.5 miSE
Church
Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Huntingdon Valley
13 min walk • Bryn Athyn Cathedral is the episcopal seat of The General Church of the New Jerusalem, a denomination of Swedenborgianism. The main building is of the Early Gothic style, while the adjoining structures are of a transitional period reflective of a combination of both Gothic and Norman styles.
~1890 ftSE
History museum, Specialty museum, Museum
Glencairn Museum, Huntingdon Valley
10 min walk • Glencairn is a castle-like mansion in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, that was home to the Pitcairn family for more than 40 years.
~1960 ftS
Church
General Church of the New Jerusalem, Huntingdon Valley
10 min walk • The General Church of the New Jerusalem is an international church based in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, and based on the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the theological works of Emanuel Swedenborg.
1.3 miN
Bridge
Bryn Athyn-Lower Moreland Bridge, Huntingdon Valley
33 min walk • Bryn Athyn-Lower Moreland Bridge is a historic stone arch bridge located between Bryn Athyn and Lower Moreland Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The bridge was built in 1828 and in 1858. It has two 12-foot-long, semi-circular spans with an overall length of 75-foot. The bridge crosses a branch of Pennypack Creek.
1.2 miS
Nightlife
Lady Washington Inn, Huntingdon Valley
30 min walk • Lady Washington Inn is a historic inn and tavern building located at Huntingdon Valley, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in three sections in 1761, about 1788–1785, and about 1850–1875.
1.2 miS
40°7'30"N • 75°3'41"W
Huntingdon Valley Library, Huntingdon Valley
30 min walk • Library
0.6 miSE
Universities and schools
Bryn Athyn College, Huntingdon Valley
15 min walk • Bryn Athyn College is a private Christian liberal arts college in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania. It is affiliated with the General Church of the New Jerusalem.
0.4 miSE
40°8'12"N • 75°3'40"W
Junge Pavilion, Huntingdon Valley
12 min walk • Ice skating, Ice rink

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bryn Athyn?

Nearby attractions include Glencairn Museum, Huntingdon Valley (10 min walk), General Church of the New Jerusalem, Huntingdon Valley (10 min walk), Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Huntingdon Valley (13 min walk), Bryn Athyn College, Huntingdon Valley (15 min walk).