Julia Ward Howe School, Philadelphia

Name: Julia Ward Howe School
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#566 among attractions in Philadelphia

Tudor Revival architecture

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Julia Ward Howe School, also called Julia Ward Howe Academics Plus Elementary School is a historic school located in the Fern Rock neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia. The building was designed by Henry deCourcy Richards and built in 1913–1914. It is a three-story, five bay, brick building in the Tudor Revival-style. It features a central limestone entrance and terra cotta trim and decorative panels. The school was named for abolitionist and author Julia Ward Howe. ()

Coordinates: 40°2'29"N, 75°8'32"W

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Upper North District (Fern Rock)Philadelphia United States

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Day trips

Julia Ward Howe School – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Jude Syro Malankara Catholic Church, Philadelphia National Cemetery, La Salle University Art Museum, Stenton Mansion.

1.3 miNE
Church
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Cemetery
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Museum, Art museum
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1.4 miSW
Museum, History museum, Park
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Gothic Revival architecture
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Gothic Revival architecture
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Tudor Revival architecture
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Gothic Revival architecture
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1.5 miSW
Neighbourhood, Colonial architecture
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Julia Ward Howe School?

Nearby attractions include Henry S. Frank Memorial Synagogue, Philadelphia (9 min walk), Logan, Philadelphia (12 min walk), Fern Rock, Philadelphia (12 min walk), Joseph Pennell School, Philadelphia (13 min walk).

How to get to Julia Ward Howe School by public transport?

The nearest stations to Julia Ward Howe School:

Bus

Olney Transportation Center (6 min walk)

Metro

Olney Transportation Center • Lines: Bsl (6 min walk)
Fern Rock Transportation Center • Lines: Bsl (8 min walk)

Train

Fern Rock Transportation Center (10 min walk)
Wister (28 min walk)