Fairmount Water Works - Alliance for Watershed Education of the Delaware River

Fairmount Water Works

Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center educates visitors about Philadelphia’s urban watershed at its waterfront facility, operated by the Philadelphia Water Department. This historic water pumping station offers a glimpse into humanity’s important connection to water.

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Activities

  • Adult Programs
  • Digital Programs
  • Family Programs
  • Kids' Programs
  • School Programs

Features

  • Access to Transit
  • Accessible
  • Biking/Walking Trails (paved)
  • Free Visitor Parking
  • Public Restrooms
  • Visitor/ Interpretive Center
  • Water Bottle Filling Station
  • Fairmount Water Works is one of the 23 centers in the Alliance for Watershed Education.
  • Contact Information

    215-685-0723
  • Location

    640 Waterworks Dr.
    Philadelphia, PA 19130
  • Hours of Operation

    • Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5

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