St. Peter's Episcopal Church of Germantown facts for kids
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St. Peter's Episcopal Church of Germantown
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U.S. Historic district
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 Location in Philadelphia
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | 6000 Wayne Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1873 |
| Architect | Furness & Hewitt |
| Architectural style | Gothic |
| NRHP reference No. | 85001960 |
| Added to NRHP | September 05, 1985 |
St. Peter's Episcopal Church of Germantown is a historic building located at 6000 Wayne Avenue in the Germantown part of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1873. The famous architects Furness & Hewitt designed this beautiful church.
Building the Church
The church was finished in 1873. The design came from the architectural firm of Furness & Hewitt. It is believed that George W. Hewitt was mostly in charge of the design. However, the strong and unique style of Frank Furness can be seen in the church's tall steeple.
This church was an important part of how the Germantown area grew. A man named Henry H. Houston helped develop the area into a suburb. He also served as a Church Warden for many years. A Church Warden is a person who helps manage the church's property and money.
A Recognized Landmark
St. Peter's Episcopal Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. This means it is a special building recognized by the United States government for its historical importance.
It is also considered a contributing property to the Tulpehocken Station Historic District. This means the church helps make the historic district special and adds to its overall historical value.
What It Is Today
As of 2022, the building is no longer used as a church. It is now the campus for the Waldorf School of Philadelphia.
