Haddington, Philadelphia facts for kids
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| Location | 6000 blocks of Market, Ludlow and Chestnut Sts., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 8 acres (3.2 ha) |
| Architect | E. Allen Wilson et al. |
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival, Classical Revival, Mission/Spanish Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 88001832 |
| Added to NRHP | September 29, 1988 |
Haddington is a cool neighborhood in West Philadelphia, a part of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. It has clear boundaries: Girard Avenue and Haverford Avenue are to the north. 52nd Street is on the east side. To the south, you'll find Market Street. The neighborhood stretches west to 67th Street.
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Exploring Haddington's History
Haddington is a community with many two-story rowhouses. These are homes that share walls with other homes. Many people who live here own their homes.
Historic Buildings and Styles
The Haddington Historic District is a special area. It is located on the 6000 blocks of Market, Ludlow, and Chestnut Streets. Buildings here were constructed between 1909 and 1915. They show off beautiful architectural styles. These include colonial revival and classical revival designs.
The Haddington Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. This list recognizes important historical places.
Other Historic Schools
Two other schools in Haddington are also on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the George L. Brooks School and the Thomas Dunlap School. This means they are important historical buildings too.
Education in Haddington
The School District of Philadelphia runs the public schools in Haddington. These schools help students learn and grow.
The Free Library of Philadelphia has a branch in Haddington. It is called the Haddington Branch. Libraries are great places to read books and learn new things.
