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Burholme

Type	Neighborhood
Location	Northeast Philadelphia / Northwest Philadelphia
ZIP code(s)	19111
Named for	Burholme estate
Boundaries	Roughly Central Avenue to Cottman Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue to Pennypack Park
Adjacent	Fox Chase, Oxford Circle, Lawncrest
Major streets	Rising Sun Avenue, Cottman Avenue, Central Avenue
Transit	SEPTA Regional Rail (Fox Chase Line), bus routes
Landmarks	Burholme Park, Ryerss Museum

Burholme is a neighborhood at the border of Northeast Philadelphia and Northwest Philadelphia, known for Burholme Park and the Ryerss Museum. The neighborhood has a suburban character with access to green space and Regional Rail service.

Burholme Park

Burholme Park is the neighborhood's centerpiece:

50-acre park
Recreation facilities
Playgrounds
Athletic fields
Dog park

Ryerss Museum

The Ryerss Museum and Library is located in Burholme Park:

Victorian mansion
Eclectic collection of art and artifacts
Free admission
Asian art and decorative objects
Historic architecture

History

Burholme takes its name from the Ryerss estate, later donated to the city. The surrounding neighborhood developed in the 20th century, transforming from farmland to residential area.

Character

Housing

Mix of rowhouses and singles
Twins and duplexes
Mid-century construction
Moderate prices
Tree-lined streets

Community

Working-class to middle-class families
Diverse demographics
Near park and green space
Quieter atmosphere

Living in Burholme

Park access
Regional Rail service
Mix of housing types
Near Fox Chase amenities

Getting There

SEPTA Regional Rail: Fox Chase Line stations nearby
SEPTA buses: 24, 70
Rising Sun Avenue: Main corridor

Frequently Asked Questions

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+== Frequently Asked Questions ==
+{{FAQ
+|q1=What is the Ryerss Museum?
+|a1=The Ryerss Museum and Library is a free museum located in Burholme Park, housed in a Victorian mansion donated to the city by the Ryerss family. The eclectic collection includes Asian art, decorative objects, and artifacts collected by Robert Ryerss during his world travels. It's one of Philadelphia's hidden gem museums with free admission.
+|q2=Is Burholme in Northeast or Northwest Philadelphia?
+|a2=Burholme sits at the boundary between Northeast and Northwest Philadelphia and is sometimes classified as either. Geographically, it's east of Germantown (Northwest) but west of the traditional Northeast core. Many sources include it in Northeast Philadelphia due to its character and orientation.
+|q3=What is Burholme Park known for?
+|a3=Burholme Park is a 50-acre park featuring the Ryerss Museum, athletic fields, playgrounds, a dog park, and picnic areas. The park was originally the estate grounds of the Ryerss family before being donated to the city. It's a popular neighborhood recreational resource and the museum is a unique attraction.
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