We moved from "the project", as my parents called it, in 1953 when my parents bought a house in Crum Lynne. The Tour Guide was excellent. Are any records of imigrants passing through here available? The front of the building is towards the river, because it was built to serve the ships on the way to Philadelphia. The term "Evacuation Center" was concocted by the Township Manager to help get the funding from the state. I hope my school issues some field trips.Matt King [11-26-2008], Yeah I wonder too where the bones go. I am a Girard College historian and among Stephen Girard's papers are several references to Lazaretto where his ships stopped before coming up the river.Thomas J. DiFilippo [05-13-2010], I have been researching my husband's family genealogy for years. Especially for a "young country" such as the USA, every bit of history is important. “To me it is endlessly dramatic, tragic and also inspiring,” he said. Here's some Lazaretto information: click on each segment to read the whole thing. We can assume that the project will be awarded soon. Please let me know.Hector Morales, Houston, TX [11-05-2006], Thank you, Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, for keeping focus on the Lazaretto Site. The nerve of some Apartment developers. more, Top Selling Tours & Activities in and around Menorca, Sacred & Religious Sites, Churches & Cathedrals, Continue your visit to www.tripadvisor.co.uk. Possibly in the vicinity of the Tinicum Twp Townhall, which is in the center of this historic community and will provide ample access with substantially quicker response times. This is unacceptable. Very Iinteresting and informatiive and still very well kept. Collectively, locating this exciting new station for the two-2 fire companies should be decided on a logistical standpoint rather than personal preferences. However, they need to recognize the Lazaretto's national significance in the early years of this nation. I learned about Lazaretto for the first time today when I read David Barnes' commentary in the Phila. Please do what you can to find the funding and the cause to preserve itG W, New Jersey [05-02-2006], It seems to me that it's time to rethink the firehouse plans. Please don't destroy it.J.T. Your Thoughts | Letter to Tinnicum Commission | Threatened Historical Landmark | County Review 2006 | County Review 2005, Below are archives of comments by site visitors concerning the Lazaretto. Several years ago a tour bus group arranged for a stop at Lazaretto. Boat leaves from Cala Fons (in Es Castell). A wet paper towel would be completely sufficient.Jack [12-02-2008], I love the Lazaretto house sooo much! I would love to know when it is completed and open for visitors. Make it a place that all can enjoy as the Athletic Club of Philadelphia did in it's day. Presumably there are records attached to the place and that might be why I've not been able to find when and where my Pennsylvania ancestor arrived in this country. They had one child, Thomas Mifflin Smith, before Maria died in 1809 but the Hon. Such a shame. Some very historical things occured here. Take plenty of water. Thank youresident who hates tree hugers, tinicum Twp. These qualities lend themselves so easily to reuse into a place that can be enjoyed and appreciated. Could you or anyone else advise me as to where I could go/write to.. to obtain copies of their aerials?? But I also love the arts, culture, society hill, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall. The point here is "options for sites in this twp for a fire station/evacution center possess a mind-boggling and staggering potential". The stabilization money went towards a new roof, which is key to preserving a building, and they plexiglassed over all the windows. In the early part of the 20th century, this location took on a new life as as the first seaplane base in Pennsylvania and one of the first in the United States, an early chapter in aviation history. The building of an evacuation center shouldn't be located on a site that a potential of being flooded. “It’s part of American history that we never learn about,” said David Barnes, a University of Pennsylvania professor who is writing a history of the building. - very knowledgeable and friendly, giving the tour in both Spanish and excellent English. Two seaplanes leaving the Lazaretto from this year's Splash-In. It's a real shame people can't appreciate it and no one was able to purchase the land before the idiots in the government got their greedy paws on it. everyone should respect it. A leasure recreational site, would be a bonus to the properties and areas around it. It will clash with the site's character. This building will, in time, be the focal point for your whole town. This is to be used to raise money for the volunteer fire company, but at what cost in dollars. There are links at the bottom to share on Facebook, G+ and Twitter, and most images throughout the site are easily pinned on Pinterest. PLEASE DON'T DO IT!L. If the residents or local supporters of the Lazaretto- not the local town politicians - had greater support, nationally, that could really make a difference. As far back as 1999, interested historians and preservationists from the REGION were invited and encouraged by township officials to participate in exploring ways to save and restore the Lazaretto site. It tells the story of quarantine and entry to America from 1643 to 1893. Hot conditions and afternoon storms were forecast, but the morning start helped keep the worst of the heat in check. It also tells the story of early aviation.The views and opinions of Americans can be reviewed at http://www.ushistory.org/laz/index.htm. It looks like the players decided to all call it a victory and go home. Some whales need to be saved, or we will have none. Wishing the best to everyone in Tinicum with this decision.Jack Joseph, Harrisburg, Pa (formerly of Tinicum) [09-25-2007], I just wanted to say that no one even cares about the Lazaretto it looks like crap and it does no good to us now and no one even had anything to say about it till they wanted the fire house there. The 1799 Lazaretto sits on the site of the 1st permanent European settlement in Pennsylvania. We NOW have no time to lose--we must make this a state and NATIONAL ISSUE! ..I am deeply hurt by your choice....Bitter and Abandoned, Essington Resident [11-17-2006], "Settlement Agreement"??? A must if you want to know more about the history of Menorca. Lester and Essington fire company member live in Tinicum. If a factoring is based on sites that claim a tunnel, however, well, it would seem that millions of sites must have existed, and only those that had tunnels survived. In reference to the response time you personally witnessed, one thing that needs to considered regarding this is that the fire companies are still in their OLD stations in their respective towns (ie Essington @ 3rd St & Lester @ 4th St), in other words, they are "not" in the new station yet, so how can you account for their response time but I am glad that they are STILL expeditious. In a way, the Lazaretto protected virgin populations in Philadelphia from foreign germs and viruses. we have a series of properties on the National Register. Then there is the contrasting use as a resort after the medical use was abandoned! It's my 9th day in Rapture, an underwater metropolis built in 1959. This research would be a wonderful assest to have for this historic place. The first little heat wave of the summer hit Philadelphia just prior to June 29, the date for the annual seaplane splash-in at Essington, Pennsylvania. I can't tell you how excited I was to know of this station. Many diseases-such as yellow fever in Philadelphia and Black Death in Italy-reached their peaks because of trade and immigration. it's ashame.ene powell, philadelphia, pa [05-07-2006], Tinicum Township officials should be commended for purchasing the Lazaretto and preventing its demolition by the previous owner. The world is full of objectors and complainers, but TO SUCCEED YOU MUST BE PART OF THE SOLUTION!Kirsten Hauer, Greenville, Delaware [04-29-2006], Being able to experience an historic site, like the Lazaretto, provides an increased understanding of what occurred in history- an experience that cannot be captured by just reading about a place in a book or on a plaque near the site. - Hal HoltHal Holt, Sandisfield, MA [07-18-2006], I am embarrassed to admit that I was born and raised 35 miles away from this historic site and never knew of its existence. My first solo was in Bob's J-3 Cub on a Friday and on Monday I raised my right hand and joined the Army. The Johan Jacob Schweitzer family arrived at Lazaretto August 27, 1804 from Switzerland on the Rebecca ship. its not as if the states is that old... some suggestions: campaign on something more important like those gas guzzling 4wd big fat un-economic polluting vehicles you're all so fond of driving. [01-17-2007], There is no way I'm going to let THIS Guy have the Last Word! I didn't realize what I have in my backyard before happening upon this website. Philadelphia, in general, is too quick to "upgrade and improve" instead of trying to maintain and preserve our history and culture. Otherwise, they can become lasting reminders of what not to do.Beverlee Barnes, Radnor, PA [04-27-2006], The Lazaretto has great opportunity for reuse. Stop whining and be happy... History was preserved. WE can not rewrite it, WE should not erase it for it defines who we are by telling the story of those who braved difficult times and sacrificed so much just to be called AMERICANS!Winston R., Media, PA [05-24-2006], Please save the Lazaretto! It also tells the story of early aviation and is vital piece of American Heritage. The person to whom the question was addressed was very knowledgable. Lazaretto renovation update April 2019. The people who vote at the Tinicum Firehouse get the best view. Someone sold the farm on this one! What an interesting way to give back to the local Tinicum community in a way that supports the mission and values. Email him at: [email protected] He is the host of COVID-... Long before coronavirus, Philly ran a quarantine center for another deadly contagion. sites had tunnels. Tinicum Twp, Delaware County, PA maintains a wealth of heritage and history, especially to the State of Pennsylvania. Please click below to consent to the use of this technology while browsing our site. I have also heard various rumors about the Lazaretto lately---one involves the wrong roof being put on it (as in not authentic type materials)- the Tinicum Township politicians' effort to "revitalize".

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