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Independence Library

Independence Library is a library in , , which is located on South 7th Street. Independence Library is situated nearby to , as well as near the historic building .
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  • Opening hours:
    Monday—Tuesday: 11:00 AM—7:00 PM
    Wednesday—Friday: 10:00 AM—5:00 PM
    Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: closed
  • Type: Library
  • Address: 18 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
  • Wheelchair access: yes

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

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The , previously called the State House Bell or Old State House Bell, is an iconic symbol of American independence located in . is situated 700 feet southeast of Independence Library.

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is a historic civic building in , Pennsylvania, where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were debated and adopted by the Founding Fathers of the United States. is situated 880 feet southeast of Independence Library.

Historic building
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The was a public history museum located in from 1938 until 2018. From 1938 until 2010, the museum was known as the Atwater Kent Museum.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Chinatown and Center City East.

Neighborhood
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Philadelphia is a predominantly Asian American neighborhood in , , . The Philadelphia Development Corporation supports the area.

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City Center East is the most dense section of , home to City Hall, the Convention Center, Chinatown, Washington Square West, and Gayborhood.

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's is home to many historical sites, galleries, restaurants, and bars. It is known for its active nightlife and cultural opportunities.

Independence Library

Latitude
39.95045° or 39° 57′ 2″ north
Longitude
-75.15241° or 75° 9′ 9″ west
Operator
Free Library of Philadelphia
Open location code
87F6XR2X+52
Open­Street­Map ID
node 8588094480
Open­Street­Map feature
amenity=­library
Open­Street­Map attribute
wheelchair=­yes
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In Other Languages

“Independence Library” goes by many names.
  • Chinese: “獨立宮圖書館”

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Constitution High School and Declaration House.

Nearby Places

Explore places such as Dunkin‘ and Philadelphia Community Access Media (PhillyCAM).

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