Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site

Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is a national historic site run by the National Park Service in Pennsylvania.

In the park service’s words

Described as horrifying, mystifying, and brilliant, Poe’s writing has engaged readers all over the world. The six years Edgar Allan Poe lived in Philadelphia were his happiest and most productive. Yet Poe also struggled with bad luck, personal demons and his wife’s illness. In Poe’s humble home, reflect on the human spirit surmounting crushing obstacles, and celebrate Poe’s astonishing creativity.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

• Stamp Your National Park Passport (1 to 5 Minutes): Commemorate your visit to the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site with a cancellation for your National Parks Passport.
• Decipher the Code in Poe's Head (5 to 10 Minutes): You'll need to employ your skills of observation carefully to find the combination and unravel the hidden message in the exhibit area.
• Take a Tour of the Poe House (30 to 45 Minutes): Step into author Edgar Allan Poe's world on a ranger-led or self-guided tour of the home where Poe lived from 1843-44.
• Visit the Reading Room (20 to 45 Minutes): Feel a shiver creep down your spine when you browse the bookshelves or listen to a dramatic reading of Poe's work in the Reading Room.
• Poe-se with the Raven (1 to 5 Minutes): Ponder the power of Edgar Allan Poe's poetry as you stand in the shadow of the raven statue. Don't forget to get a photo!

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Closed. The site is temporarily closed for a utilities improvement project.

Getting there

The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is located at 532 N. 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123. It sits in an urban area served by Interstates 95 and 676. On- street parking is usually available near the site. The site is also easily accessible by public transportation. See the directions web page for more information.

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Weather

Summers are typically hot and muggy, fall and spring are generally mild, and winter is cold. Snowfall is highly variable, with some winters bringing only light snow and others bringing several major snowstorms, with the normal seasonal snowfall standing at 22.4 in (57 cm). Precipitation is generally spread throughout the year, with eight to twelve wet days per month.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Shenandoah, about 198 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

• National Park Service Data API: Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site (public domain)
• Official website

Last checked 1 November 2026.