Pennsport
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | South Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19148 |
| Established | 1600s (Swedish settlement) |
| Boundaries | North: Washington Avenue, South: Oregon Avenue, East: Delaware River, West: 4th Street |
| Adjacent | Queen Village, Whitman, South Philadelphia Sports Complex |
| Major streets | 2nd Street, Oregon Avenue, Passyunk Avenue |
| Transit | Broad Street Line (Oregon Station), SEPTA bus routes |
| Landmarks | Mummers Museum, historic rowhouses |
Pennsport is a historic neighborhood in South Philadelphia, one of the oldest settled areas in Pennsylvania. Originally a Swedish settlement predating William Penn's arrival, Pennsport developed as an Irish-American working-class neighborhood and remains a tight-knit community with strong Mummers tradition.
History
Swedish Settlement
The area was settled by Swedish colonists in the 1600s, making it one of the oldest European settlements in Pennsylvania.
Irish Community
Pennsport became predominantly Irish-American in the 19th century, establishing the community character that persists today.
Mummers Tradition
Many Mummers clubs are based in Pennsport, and the neighborhood has deep connections to Philadelphia's New Year's Day parade tradition.
Character
- Working-class rowhouses
- Tight-knit community
- Multi-generational families
- Mummers culture
- Local taverns and clubs
Mummers Museum
The Mummers Museum at 1100 South 2nd Street celebrates the Mummers tradition:
- Costumes and memorabilia
- History of the parade
- Community gathering space
Living in Pennsport
- Affordable rowhouses
- Strong community identity
- Family-oriented
- Less gentrified than Queen Village
Getting There
- Broad Street Line: Oregon Station
- SEPTA bus routes: 29, 79
- Delaware River waterfront access