Many streets in Philadelphia have changed their names since 1854, several of them more than once. Major street name changes occurred in 1858 and 1897. Other minor changes have occurred almost every year. Here is the first major compilation of the street name changes invaluable for researchers of Philadelphia. Taken from the ordinances of the City councils, this work is now organized alphabetically according to both the old and new street names.

A listing of land ownership maps and atlases of Delaware and New Jersey counties, towns and other subdivisions possessed by the Free Library of Philadelphia, Historical Society of Pennsylvania and Library Company of Philadelphia

Each of the sets of bells located in the various churches in Chestnut Hill have their own history.  Learn the history of these bells and their importance to this community.

Chestnut Hill, located in the northwestern part of Philadelphia, has existed for three hundred years.  The names of the streets have changed during the course of history.  Learn the names of the streets in this community, their origins, and their previous appellations.  Many streets have been named for former residents and landowners in this area.