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Andalusia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Bucks County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

Andalusia is a magnificent country estate situated along the Delaware River near Philadelphia. It features a grand Greek Revival mansion, originally built in the Federal style, surrounded by extensive historic landscapes and gardens. The property served as the ancestral home of the prominent Biddle family for generations.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
225
Listed Date
11/13/1966
Other Names
Nicholas Biddle Estate;Pen Ryn

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Commerce; Politics/Government
Periods of Significance
1825 Ad - 1849 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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