The Lilacs, Historic farmhouse in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, US.
The Lilacs consists of two connected sections: the original southern part from 1711 and a northern extension added to the structure in 1832.
Morten Garret purchased the 151-acre plot in 1711 and built the initial farmhouse, which remained in his family until Philadelphia acquired it in 1869.
The University Barge Club utilized the building as an upstream social clubhouse along the Schuylkill River following the city's acquisition in 1871.
The property at 3600 Greenland Drive operates under Philadelphia Parks & Recreation management and houses the Outward Bound organization.
The house derives its name from the numerous lilac bushes that grew throughout the property during its early existence.
Location: Philadelphia
Inception: 1711
GPS coordinates: 39.99861,-75.19639
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:15
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