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Thaddeus Kosciuszko National MemorialTheme(s): Revolutionary War | |
Description:
Born of impoverished landed gentry in the eastern Polish province of Polesie on February 4, 1746, Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a military engineer, became one of the 18th century's greatest champions of American and Polish freedom. The house at the corner of Third and Pine Streets, where Thaddeus Kosciuszko resided during the winter of 1797-1798, serves as a memorial to his life and accomplishments.
One of the first foreign volunteers to come to the aid of the American revolutionary army, Kosciuszko made many significant contributions to the American Revolution including the fortifications at Saratoga and West Point. The two worlds of Kosciuszko were in sharp contrast. The revolution he helped lead in Poland in the early 1790's was crushed; although an exile from Poland, Kosciuszko was a hero in the United States. The life and work of this Polish-born patriot are commemorated here.
Designations:
National Register of Historic Places (December 18, 1970)
National Memorial (October 21,1972)
Accessibility:
The first floor is accessible to people who use wheelchairs. NPS staff assist visitors with photographs and literature describing the historic room exhibits on the second floor.
If you have particular needs or concerns, please contact the park prior to your visit.
Activites:
Educational Programs | And more.
Facilities:
Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
Car:
Eastbound, via I-76 (the Schuylkill Expressway) - Exit onto I-676 East (toward "Central Philadelphia) and follow it to the 6th Street exit. At the bottom of the exit ramp follow signs for Independence National Historical Park Visitor Center.
Westbound by car: After crossing the Ben Franklin Bridge - stay in the right hand lane and follow signs for Independence National Historical Park Visitor Center.
Northbound by car: via I-95 - Exit at "Independence Hall/Historic Area". At bottom of ramp follow signs for Independence National Historical Park Visitor Center.
Southbound by car, via I-95 - Use "Independence Hall/Historic Area" exit. At the bottom of the exit ramp follow signs for Independence National Historical Park Visitor Center.
Public Transportation
If you arrive in the city by train or bus, take the Market- Frankford subway east to 5th and Market Streets. Walk two blocks east to 3rd Street. Travel two blocks south to the Independence National Historical Park Visitor Center; proceed 5 blocks to the Kosciuszko House.
Nearby Parks:
Independence National Historical Park (.2 miles)
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site (1 miles)
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site ( miles)
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