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.