Called "The Nation's Church" by some, Christ Church has been an active Episcopal parish for over 3 centuries. The Church was organized in 1695; the current building was completed in 1744.

Many patriots and heros worshipped here. Note in particular, the pews of George Washington (#58), Benjamin Franklin (#70) and Betsy Ross (#12).

The church is a wonderful, quiet, restful place to stop.

The Christ Church burial ground (at 5th and Arch Street -- which was the outskirts of town when the burial ground was founded) is the final resting place of some of Philadelphia's most prominent leaders including Benjamin Franklin, his daughter and grandson, and four signers of the Declaration of Independence in addition to Franklin.

Learn more about tours of the Church and Burial Ground via the Christ Church web site.

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