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Historic home since 1690
Wyck was home to nine generations of the same Quaker family, the
Wistars and the Haines, who owned and lived on this "farm"
in Germantown. Today the wonderful colonial house with its noteworthy
1824 alterations by William Strickland, and historic gardens invites
visitors to view not only remarkable collections, but to experience
through the lives of its owners the changing character of Philadelphia.
They personify the city's leadership in business, natural history
and science, education and social responsibility.
Rich resources in family and Philadelphia history
Wyck offers a variety of rich resources for both the general visitor
and the scholar. Tours of Wyck give an overview of the history of
the way of life in this family, and of Philadelphia history, using
the furnishings and possessions accumulated over 300 years as illustrations.
Significant 18th and 19th century furniture, ceramics and needlework
bring alive the tastes and comforts of that time. Special subject
tours on architecture, decorative arts, garden history and Quaker
history are also easily arranged. School groups are warmly welcomed.
1820 rose garden, outbuildings
Wyck's grounds include a nationally known garden of old roses
(over 30 varieties) which grow in their original plan dating from
the 1820's and the original outbuildings: a smoke house, an ice
house and a carriage house.
For more information on the house,
family
or gardens
visit our history
section.
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