Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site

The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site preserves the house where Poe lived from 1843 to 1844 and interprets his life and literary work. The site is operated by the National Park Service and contains period rooms and exhibits related to Poe's time in Philadelphia. Poe's association with the city and his macabre stories have made the house a focal point for fans of gothic literature and related lore.