The Curtis Center, Philadelphia

Name: The Curtis Center
Address: 601 Walnut St # 45, Philadelphia, 19106-3323, United States
Telephone: +1 215-238-6450

#223 among attractions in Philadelphia

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The Curtis Publishing Company, founded in 1891 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, became one of the largest and most influential publishers in the United States during the early 20th century. The company's publications included the Ladies' Home Journal and The Saturday Evening Post, The American Home, Holiday, Jack & Jill, and Country Gentleman. In the 1940s, Curtis also had a comic book imprint, Novelty Press. The company declined in the later 20th century, and its publications were sold or discontinued. It now exists as Curtis Licensing, which licenses images of and from Curtis magazine covers and artwork. ()

Coordinates: 39°56'54"N, 75°9'6"W

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601 Walnut St # 45Center City (Old City)Philadelphia 19106-3323 United States

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+1 215-238-6450

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The Curtis Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, National Museum of American Jewish History, Independence National Historical Park.

~560 ftNE
, Museum, History museum
Independence Hall, Philadelphia
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~630 ftNE
Historic symbol of American freedom
Liberty Bell, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, is housed in a dedicated museum located in the historic city of Philadelphia. Cast in 1752, this venerable relic has become a testament to the nation's enduring quest for liberty and justice.
~1170 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of American Jewish History, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Philadelphia, the National Museum of American Jewish History stands as a testament to the rich and complex tapestry of Jewish life in the United States. This modern museum, which opened its doors in November 2010, is dedicated...
~1050 ftNE
National shrine with the Liberty Bell
Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Independence National Historical Park, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, is often referred to as the birthplace of American democracy. This revered site encapsulates the enduring legacy of the United States' quest for liberty.
~600 ftE
Museum, History museum, Entertainment
American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of historic Philadelphia, the American Philosophical Society (APS) Museum is a testament to the city's rich intellectual heritage. Established in 1743 by Benjamin Franklin, the APS is one of the oldest learned societies in the United States...
~930 ftNE
Georgian architecture, Memorial, Historical place
President's House, Philadelphia
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~1150 ftNE
Park
Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Independence National Historical Park is a federally protected historic district in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States that preserves several sites associated with the American Revolution and the nation's founding history.
~450 ftNE
Georgian temporary congress building
Congress Hall, Philadelphia
3 min walk • Congress Hall, located in Philadelphia at the intersection of Chestnut and 6th Streets, served as the seat of the United States Congress from December 6, 1790 to May 14, 1800.
~1060 ftSW
Theater
Musical Fund Hall, Philadelphia
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~1210 ftE
Nightlife, Cinema
Philadelphia Bourse, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Philadelphia Bourse was a commodities exchange founded in 1891 by George E. Bartol, a grain and commodities exporter, who modeled it after the Bourse in Hamburg, Germany.
~1040 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Walnut Street Theatre, founded in 1809 at 825 Walnut Street, on the corner of S. 9th Street in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia, is the oldest operating theatre in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Curtis Center?

Nearby attractions include Favrile glass, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Jewelers' Row, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Congress Hall, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Washington Square, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to The Curtis Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Curtis Center:

Bus

Washington Sq & Locust St • Lines: 12, 47 (4 min walk)
Locust St & 8th St • Lines: 12, 47 (5 min walk)

Metro

5th Street • Lines: Mfl (6 min walk)
8th & Market • Lines: Bsl, Patco (6 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (12 min walk)
Suburban Station (24 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (16 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (20 min walk)