Friends Hospital, psychiatric hospital in Pennsylvania, United States of America
Friends Hospital is a psychiatric hospital in Pennsylvania notable for its Second Empire and Colonial Revival architecture. The buildings on the grounds showcase distinctive design elements that reflect the construction standards and aesthetic approaches of historic medical facilities.
The facility was founded to provide psychiatric care in a respectful setting and marked an important shift in how mental illness was treated. Its long history reflects the evolution of psychiatric approaches across America.
The facility is located in Pennsylvania and can be visited during regular hours. Visitors should check ahead since it operates as an active psychiatric facility which may limit walking tour availability.
Location: Pennsylvania
Inception: 1813
Architectural style: Second Empire architecture in the United States and Canada, Colonial Revival architecture
Website: http://friendshospital.com
GPS coordinates: 40.02674,-75.09975
Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:27
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