National Parks / Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
National Historic Site — PA
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.
Current Alerts
- Park ClosureSite Closure for Utilities Improvement Project
The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is closed for a utilities improvement project.
Source: National Park Service.