UPSALA

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Upsala is a historic house located in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The house was built in the mid-18th century and is one of the few surviving examples of Swedish colonial architecture in the United States. The building is constructed of stone and features a unique gambrel roof with dormer windows.

Upsala was originally owned by the prominent Swedish-American Wister family and was later acquired by the Germantown Historical Society in 1898. The house served as the society's headquarters until the mid-20th century, when it was converted into a museum.

Today, Upsala is open to the public and offers visitors a glimpse into Philadelphia's colonial history. The museum features exhibits on the history of the house and the surrounding Germantown neighborhood, as well as displays of antique furniture and decorative arts. The house also hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, concerts, and guided tours.

Upsala is a significant landmark in Philadelphia and a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. The house continues to be an important resource for historians, scholars, and visitors interested in learning more about the history of Philadelphia and its early settlers.

UPSALA is a Uncategorized or General Museum in PHILADELPHIA PA. US MID #8404200008

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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UPSALA
6430 GERMANTOWN AVENUE
PHILADELPHIA
PA
19119-2343

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