Founder's Hall Museum at Girard College — Attraction in Philadelphia

Founder’s Hall at Girard College is a historic gem in Philadelphia. It’s a grand old building that was the first classroom of the college and is known for its stunning Greek revival architecture. Built in the mid-1800s, it was designed by Thomas U. Walter, who also worked on the U.S. Capitol. Today, it houses a museum that tells the story of Stephen Girard, the school’s founder, and the school’s long history of education. It’s a place full of stories from the past and is a must-see for anyone interested in history and...

Building is very beautiful. You have to register at the entrance as this is private property. Museum is a large collection of photos and you can learn about Girard's life and how building was designed. They only open on weekdays but on special occasions it may open on a Saturday but have to...

Free tour (Thursdays only) with our guide Kathy was great - learned a lot about the history of the campus, the neighborhood, and...