Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia

Name: Walnut Street Theatre
Address: Philadelphia, United States
Telephone: +1 215-574-3550

#103 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Facts and practical information

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. The venue is operated by the Walnut Street Theatre Company, a non-profit organization, and has three stages: the Mainstage, for the company's primary and larger productions, the Independence Studio on 3, a studio located on the building's third floor for smaller productions, and the Studio 5 on the fifth floor, which is rented out for independent productions. In May 2019, the Walnut Street Theatre announced a major expansion, to begin in 2020. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1809 (215 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCapacity: 1054Coordinates: 39°56'55"N, 75°9'20"W

Address

Center City (Avenue of the Arts South)Philadelphia United States

Contact

+1 215-574-3550

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Day trips

Walnut Street Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, The Gallery, Mikveh Israel Cemetery.

~1550 ftE
, Museum, History museum
Independence Hall, Philadelphia
8 min walk • Independence Hall, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district, stands as a timeless monument to the birth of the United States. This Georgian-style structure, completed in 1753, served as the meeting place where the Founding Fathers debated and adopted...
~1500 ftE
Historic symbol of American freedom
Liberty Bell, Philadelphia
8 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.
~1350 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Gallery, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Gallery at Market East, commonly known just as The Gallery, was a significant shopping center located in the heart of Philadelphia, United States. A mecca for shoppers since its opening in 1977, The Gallery was strategically situated adjacent to the historic Market...
~880 ftS
Cemetery
Mikveh Israel Cemetery, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Mikveh Israel Cemetery is the oldest Jewish cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, giving evidence of a settled community as early as 1740.
~1380 ftE
Georgian temporary congress building
Congress Hall, Philadelphia
7 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.
~630 ftS
Theater
Musical Fund Hall, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The Musical Fund Hall in Philadelphia is a landmark building of both architectural and historic significance, noted especially for the illustrious persons who have spoken or performed there.
~1150 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Forrest Theatre, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Forrest Theatre is a live theatre venue at 1114 Walnut Street Center City area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It has a seating capacity of 1,851 and is managed by The Shubert Organization.
~940 ftSE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier, also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, is a war memorial located within Washington Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~1270 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Chestnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Chestnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was the first theater in the United States built by entrepreneurs solely as a venue for paying audiences.
~1390 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Library
Athenaeum of Philadelphia, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Athenaeum of Philadelphia, located at 219 S. 6th Street between St. James Place and Locust Street in the Society Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a special collections library and museum founded in 1814 to collect materials "connected with the history and...
~1180 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Greek Revival architecture
Philadelphia History Museum, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Philadelphia History Museum was a public history museum located in Center City, Philadelphia from 1938 until 2018. The museum occupied architect John Haviland's landmark Greek Revival structure built in 1824–1826 for the Franklin Institute.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Walnut Street Theatre?

Nearby attractions include William Strickland Row, Philadelphia (2 min walk), The St. James, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Jewelers' Row, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Musical Fund Hall, Philadelphia (4 min walk).

How to get to Walnut Street Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Walnut Street Theatre:

Metro

9th-10th & Locust • Lines: Patco (3 min walk)
8th & Market • Lines: Bsl, Patco (6 min walk)

Bus

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

Train

Jefferson Station (9 min walk)
Suburban Station (19 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (12 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (16 min walk)