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About Gloria Dei Old Swedes Episcopal Church
Gloria Dei Old Swedes Episcopal Church is a National Historic Site and active Episcopal church located at 916 S Swanson Street in Philadelphia. Known for its storied past—hosting events from notable historical moments to intimate concerts—this venue offers flexible space for ceremonies, receptions, and community gatherings. The sanctuary seats approximately 150 for ceremonies, with Riverside Hall adjacent for receptions or additional seating. While there isn't a publicly published seating chart, rentals use the sanctuary or Riverside Hall as available. Parking is limited on-site with a nearby lot at 8 Christian Street and street parking nearby. The site is accessible by several bus routes and is a short distance from several downtown hotels and restaurants ideal for guests.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 916 S Swanson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147.
- Venue type: Active Episcopal church and National Historic Site with an historic graveyard; open to visitors outside worship hours.
- Capacity: Sanctuary seating for ceremonies around 150; Riverside Hall (adjacent rental space) seats about 50 and/open space for up to 75 standing for receptions.
- Seating chart: No public, published seating chart; space is pew-based in the sanctuary; rentals use the sanctuary or Riverside Hall as available.
- Parking: On-site lot at 8 Christian Street and public street parking nearby; limited on-site spaces.
- Transit: Bus routes 57, 25, and 64 stop near Gloria Dei; SEPTA travel planning recommended.
- Nearby hotels: Morris House Hotel (225 S 8th St), The Queen Village Queen Hotel (628 S 5th St), Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia (433 Chestnut St), Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District (400 Arch St).
- Notable events hosted: Justus Falckner’s Lutheran ordination (1703) at Gloria Dei; Betsy Ross’s marriage in 1777; Jenny Lind reportedly attended services and sang in the church in 1850; ongoing music concerts and community events.