Declaration of Independence (House in which Jefferson Wrote it), 1889

Written in 1776.

Southwest corner of 7th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.

The handsome red brick building is 3 1/2-stories tall. The backyard is protected by a high wooden fence. The tree behind the fence is in full leaf. There is an African-American newsboy (?) on the sidewalk and four pedestrians. Several hitching posts are curbside as is a carriage stone.

Location: Library Company of Philadelphia
call number: P.2298.144

 


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