Contact Info
Philadelphia, PA 19144
- Phone:
- 215-596-1748
Basics
- Type:
- Historical Site
Description
The oldest official presidential residence, the Germantown White House, (Deshler-Morris House) twice sheltered George Washington. In October 1793, he found refuge during the Yellow Fever epidemic in Philadelphia. Continuing the business of government, he held four cabinet meetings here. The next summer, it was a welcome retreat for him and his family near Philadelphia, the Federal Capital.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
The Deshler-Morris House is currently open Friday through Sunday, 1pm - 4pm. Call 215-597-7130 for more information.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From Center City
Take Interstate 676 West to Interstate 76 West to Exit #32 and follow the signs to Lincoln Drive. At first light, turn right onto Rittenhouse Street. At next light, turn right onto Wissahickon Avenue. At second light, turn left onto School House lane and continue to Germantown Avenue. Turn right onto Germantown Avenue. The site is located on the right hand side.
From the West
Take 1-76 East PA Turnpike to Exit #24 (Philadelphia). Stay on I-76 (becomes Schuylkill Expressway) to Exit #32 and follow the signs to Lincoln Drive. At first light, turn right onto Rittenhouse Street. At next light, turn right onto Wissahickon Avenue. At second light, turn left onto School House lane and continue to Germantown Avenue. Turn right onto Germantown Avenue. The site is located on the right hand side.
From the North
Take I-76 Northeast Extension South to I-276 East towards New Jersey. Exit #26 (Fort Washington,) then merge onto PA-309 South. Stay on Route 309 for about 5 miles then slight turn right onto east Washington Lane. Turn left onto Germantown Avenue. The site is located between School House Lane and Coulter Street.
From the South
Take I-95 North to PA-291 East exit #10 (Philadelphia Airport) PA-291 East becomes I-76 West. Stay on I-76 to Exit #32 and follow the signs to Lincoln Drive. At first light, turn right onto Rittenhouse Street. At next light, turn right onto Wissahickon Avenue. At second light, turn left onto School House lane and continue to Germantown Avenue. Turn right onto Germantown Avenue. The site is located on the right hand side.
