Step back to Philadelphia in 1813 with a detailed city directory you can trust.
This nonfiction reference compiles the names, professions, and residences of all heads of families and people in business across the city and suburbs, offering a rich snapshot of early 19th‑century life.
The book also documents important local institutions and societies, from libraries and education to freemasonry and civic groups. It captures key lists, such as the Grand Lodge and subordinate lodges, notable officers, and the Masters of city lodges, alongside entries for various clubs, benevolent societies, and trade networks that shaped daily life in Philadelphia at the time.
- Names, trades, and addresses of influential residents and business people in 1813.
- Descriptions of major city institutions, including libraries and learning venues.
- Lists of fraternal and civic organizations, with officers and meeting patterns.
- A window into the social and economic fabric of an early American metropolis.
Ideal for historians, genealogists, and collectors of American urban history who want a concrete, era‑focused reference. It is a practical aid for tracing urban networks, understanding community structures, and placing individuals in the Philadelphia of 1813.