Merchants' Exchange Building

Merchants' Exchange Building

Upon its completion in 1834, the building became the financial center for Philadelphia, housing commercial houses, marine insurance companies, the Philadelphia Board of Trade, and the Philadelphia Stock Exchange.

The building was designed by William Strickland and is an exquisite expression of the Greek Revival style.

The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates was the model for the building's lantern. In 1952, the National Park Service bought the structure and maintains offices here to this day.

Located on the Dock Street side of the building, the United States Post Office occupied a large room and was the first in the country to sell stamps.

Location

143 South Third Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
USA

Getting There

You can reach it by public transportation using various options:

Subway: Take the Market-Frankford Line (blue line) or the Broad Street Line (orange line) to the 5th Street/Independence Hall Station. From there, it's about a 10-minute walk to the building.

Bus: Routes 17, 21, 33, 42, and 48 all stop within a few blocks of the building. Check SEPTA's website for specific stops and schedules.
Regional Rail: Take any Regional Rail line to Jefferson Station or Suburban Station, both of which are about a 15-20 minute walk from the building.

It's always a good idea to check SEPTA's website or use their app for up-to-date schedules and information.

Nearby Airports

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