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 Mount Pleasant The "grand dame" of Fairmount Park houses, Mount Pleasant has been known for over 225 years as one America's great architectural gems - even our second president, John Adams concurred. The colorful Scottish sea captain and American patriot, John McPherson built the house and two outbuildings in a Scottish interpretation of the Georgian style. You may have heard of a couple of Mount Pleasant's owners: Benedict Arnold, who bought the house for his fiancee, and Jonathan Williams, Ben Franklin's great nephew and the first superintendent of West Point. Surprisingly, after it was incorporated into Fairmount Park, Mount Pleasant became a dairy providing fresh milk and ice cream to city children. Must See: The renowned architectural carving Contact Info: www.fairmountparkhouses.org Location: East Fairmount Park 3800 Mount Pleasant Drive Philadelphia, PA 19121 Hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 10 am-5 pm, except major holidays Admission: Adults - $5 Senior Citizens - $3 Children (ages 6 - 12) $2 Tours: Tour Information |
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