Elfreth's Alley 'oldest residential street' quips

Elfreth's Alley is a block-long historic street in Old City often described as 'the oldest continuously inhabited residential street' in the United States, a designation promoted by preservation groups and tourism materials. The alley's row houses date largely to the 18th century and the street attracts tourists who frequently pose for photos, prompting light-hearted local jokes about its postcard-like appearance and commercialization. The Elfreth's Alley Museum at 124 Elfreth's Alley interprets the street's domestic history for visitors.