Belmont Mansion, Colonial mansion in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, US.
The Belmont Mansion stands on elevated ground with Palladian architecture features, including symmetrical wings and classical proportions in its construction.
William Peters designed and constructed this mansion in 1745, which later became a meeting place for prominent Revolutionary figures like George Washington.
The mansion functions as an Underground Railroad Museum, presenting exhibits about the network that helped enslaved individuals escape to freedom.
Visitors can reach the mansion using SEPTA bus route 38 and schedule guided tours by calling 215-878-8844 for reservations.
The property includes formal gardens planted in the 1740s and a dining pavilion constructed for the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition.
Location: Philadelphia
Inception: 1745
Website: http://belmontmansion.org
GPS coordinates: 39.99096,-75.21305
Latest update: May 16, 2025 16:29
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