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Mt. Pleasant Review
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Mt. Pleasant
Houses / Mansions, Fairmount Park
Fodor's Review:
Built in 1761 by John Macpherson, a Scottish sea captain, Mt. Pleasant is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in the country. The historically accurate furnishings are culled from the Philadelphia Museum of Art's collection of Philadelphia Chippendale furniture. According to legend, Revolutionary War traitor Benedict Arnold purchased this house as an engagement gift for Peggy Shippen, but he was banished before the deal was signed.
INFO
- Address: Mt. Pleasant Dr., E. Fairmount Park, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone: 215/235-7469
- Web site
- Cost: $5
- Open: Tues.-Sun. 10-5
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