Fisher Fine Arts Library, Philadelphia

Name: Fisher Fine Arts Library
Address: Philadelphia, United States
Telephone: (215) 898-8325

#300 among attractions in Philadelphia

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The Fisher Fine Arts Library was the primary library of the University of Pennsylvania from 1891 to 1962. The red sandstone, brick-and-terra-cotta Venetian Gothic giant—part fortress and part cathedral—was designed by the acclaimed Philadelphia architect Frank Furness. The cornerstone was laid in October 1888, construction was completed in late 1890, and the building was dedicated in February 1891. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1890 (134 years ago)Architectural style: GothicFloors: 8Coordinates: 39°57'6"N, 75°11'34"W

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West Philadelphia (University City)Philadelphia United States

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(215) 898-8325

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Fisher Fine Arts Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Walnut Street, Penn Museum, Institute of Contemporary Art, Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral.

~1880 ftE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Walnut Street, Philadelphia
10 min walk • Walnut Street in Philadelphia is a bustling shopping district that serves as a premier destination for both locals and tourists seeking a high-quality retail experience. This vibrant thoroughfare boasts an eclectic mix of stores, ranging from high-end boutiques...
~950 ftSE
Museum of archaeology and anthropology
Penn Museum, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Penn Museum, formally known as the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, is a revered institution in the heart of Philadelphia. Established in 1887, the museum is dedicated to the understanding of human history and diversity.
~1120 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Institute of Contemporary Art, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Institute of Contemporary Art or ICA is a contemporary art museum in Philadelphia. The museum is associated with the University of Pennsylvania, and is located on its campus. The Institute is one of the country's leading museums dedicated to exhibiting the innovative art of our time.
0.4 miNW
Church, Romanesque revival architecture
Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, Philadelphia
11 min walk • Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, located at 38th and Chestnut Streets in West Philadelphia, is the cathedral church of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania.
0.5 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Chestnut Cabaret, Philadelphia
13 min walk • Chestnut Cabaret was a nightclub located at 38th & Ludlow Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was later named the Blockley before its closure in 2013.
~270 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Irvine Auditorium, Philadelphia
2 min walk • Irvine Auditorium is a performance venue at 3401 Spruce Street on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia. It was designed by the firm of prominent Philadelphia area architect Horace Trumbauer and built 1926–1932.
0.4 miSE
Bridge
Schuylkill Expressway Bridge, Philadelphia
11 min walk • The Schuylkill Expressway Bridge, built in 1956 by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, and reconstructed and painted blue in 2010, carries the Schuylkill Expressway over the Schuylkill River between West Philadelphia and the Grays Ferry section of South Philadelphia.
~390 ftW
Park, Universities and schools
College Green, Philadelphia
2 min walk • College Hall is the oldest building on the West Philadelphia campus of the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to its construction, the university was located on Ninth Street in Center City, Philadelphia.
~1330 ftNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Annenberg Center, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts is a theatre, dance and world music venue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It helped to popularize the works of composers like Steve Reich and Philip Glass; the Center has also hosted shows by performers ranging from the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra to Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
0.4 miNE
Bridge
Harrisburg Subdivision, Philadelphia
10 min walk • The Harrisburg Subdivision is a railroad line owned by CSX Transportation in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. The line is located in the city of Philadelphia, connecting Greenwich Yard and the Philadelphia Subdivision with the Trenton Subdivision along a former Pennsylvania Railroad line.
~400 ftNW
Library
Van Pelt Library, Philadelphia
2 min walk • The Charles Patterson Van Pelt Library is the primary library at the University of Pennsylvania. The building was designed by architects Harbeson, Hough, Livingston & Larson, and built in 1962. It has a gross area of 201,215 square feet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Fisher Fine Arts Library open?

Fisher Fine Arts Library is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 12 am
Tuesday 8:30 am - 12 am
Wednesday 8:30 am - 12 am
Thursday 8:30 am - 12 am
Friday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Fisher Fine Arts Library?

Nearby attractions include Irvine Auditorium, Philadelphia (2 min walk), College Green, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Van Pelt Library, Philadelphia (2 min walk), University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (4 min walk).

How to get to Fisher Fine Arts Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fisher Fine Arts Library:

Tram

36th Street • Lines: 11, 13, 34, 36 (5 min walk)
37th Street • Lines: 11, 13, 34, 36 (7 min walk)

Train

Penn Medicine (8 min walk)
Philadelphia 30th Street Station (17 min walk)

Metro

34th Street • Lines: Mfl (8 min walk)
30th Street • Lines: Mfl (14 min walk)

Bus

Market St & 39th St • Lines: 40 (14 min walk)
Megabus (15 min walk)