Art Deco

This popular early 20th century style, synonymous with the Jazz Age, has been described as having one foot in the past and one foot in the future. Its sleek appearance foretells the debut of Modernism while its use of Mayan and Aztec motifs echoes the past. Among Philadelphia’s outstanding examples featured on this walk is the flamboyant WCAU Building on the 1600 block of Chestnut Street. Meet at the entrance of Liberty Place on 17th and Chestnut Streets (map).

In registering to attend this walking tour, you agreed to the following (Please note the updated changes as of May 26^th 2021):

• During tours, facemasks will be optional for all fully vaccinated individuals including the tour guide
• During tours, facemasks are required for individuals who are not fully vaccinated
• Facemasks are required to enter buildings on certain tours. Please bring one with you in case it is needed 
• Preservation Alliance walking tours utilize an audio system that transmits from a headset worn by the guide to earpieces worn by tour attendees. The equipment is thoroughly sanitized before and after each use. Tour attendees can also plug in their personal headsets or earbuds that use a standard headphone jack.
• Be sure to bring water and wear comfortable clothing 

Space is limited. Advance registration required.

Email us at tours@preservationalliance.com for any questions or join the waitlist for a sold out tour!