This meeting house of the Quakers has been in existence since 1693. Built on the land Philadelphia founder William Penn gave to the devout Christian denomination, today it educates visitors about the history and beliefs of the Quakers. Guides are on hand to present a fifteen minute slide show and give tours of the various Quaker artifacts and dioramas depicting William Penn's contributions and importance to the development of the region.
The 95 acres of Laurel Hill became the final resting place for many of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and other members of the colonial Philadelphia elite. Neo-classical monuments and mausoleums designed by master craftsmen Joseph A. Bailey and Alexander Calder, rare trees and botanical life flourish in the cemetery—most likely an ancillary effect from the nearby Fairmount Park Horticultural Center.
Tindley Temple, which was originally known as the East Cavalry Methodist Church, was founded by the Reverend Charles Albert Tindley in 1902. Known for his work as a gospel composer, Mr. Tindley was also instrumental in aiding migrants from the south. The church was later renamed in his honor and Tindley Temple pays tribute to his memory by continuing to provide free meals and clothing to those in need.