A place where the art resides, The Iron Factory has worked hard to provide the right platform for artists and dancers to grow. A communal rental space which supports many artists and gives them a space to rehearse and learn more about the various art forms. This place organizes weekly classes and workshops for those who want to learn more and has a small studio which can be rented out by artists.
Heritage Glass Museum established in 1979 is a historic glass museum. It is built to promote the glass manufacturing industry and it houses old glass bottles, tools of workers from the glass factories, fruit jars, historical and Figural Flasks and other hand blown glass items. The museum will present you with the transition that came about in the glass manufacturing industry and also explain about the process of making glassware. Visit the place to know about what era each of their glassware belonged to with a piece of information on the local culture.
Indian King Tavern, also known as Creighton House or Creighton Tavern, is a colonial structure built around 1750. The historical building is of political significance as it is the site where New Jersey transitioned from being a colony into a state. The tavern is also significant for being the site of many important political meetings, including the 1777 New Jersey Assembly that ratified the Declaration of Independence. Restored into a museum, it features antique furniture from the 18th Century, along with other artifacts used by the settlers.
Nitre Hall is built in 1805 in a property expanding 9 acres (3.6 acres). The owner of the Nitre Hall Powder Mills was the resident owner of Nitre Hall, and lived in it till his death. The building consists of three floors, with the custodian staying on the ground floor and the top two floors showcase exhibits and other Colonial age items. The Hall is opened from May through October and in December for special occasions and events. It is frequented by schools for field trips, and members of different historical societies.
Located at the juncture of South Hicks and Dickinson Street, Tralfamadore is a performance and event venue playing host to talented local musicians, singers, and other artists. Describing itself as a "zoo", it promises to showcase talented "humans" at their creative best. With consistently excellent ratings, the venue has quickly established itself as a hot spot for music and art lovers across the city. From the sound to the lighting and the well-curated performance list, attendees have only good to talk about. So, head to this entertaining "zoo" and have an evening to remember!
Founded in 1830, this Catholic church serves the heart of Philadelphia by providing worship services and prayer. St. John Neumann, who is remembered for his efforts to establish a parochial school system in Philadelphia and for his devoted care toward immigrants, was consecrated here in 1852. His funeral was held at this church in 1860. William Penn's great-great grandson, Thomas Penn Gaskell, is buried in the cemetery next to the church. A statue of Mary, erected in 1857 survived an 1899 fire.