Merchants’ Exchange

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Merchants' Exchange, Philadelphia, PA
Quick Facts
City Philadelphia, PA
Country United States of America
Year 1832 - 1833
Floors 3
Height 17.4 m / 57 ft
Realization
Architect
William Strickland
Developer
Philadelphia Exchange Company
Construction cost 159 435 USD
Building Info
Address 143 South 3rd Street at Walnut and Dock Streets
Materials
marble
Style
Greek Revival
Status Completed
Notes
  • The building was in use as an exchange until the Civil War.
  • Purchased by the National Park Service in 1952.
  • Designated a National Historic Landmark in 2001.
  • The tower was inspired by the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates in Athens.
  • The roof is at a height of 45 feet and 6 inches (13.87 meters); 57 ft. (17 m.) to the top of the pediment.
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