Events and happenings occuring in the City of Brotherly Love are often referenced as being part of specific neighborhoods. Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. The architecture, restaurants, nightlife, and residential demographics of the different neighborhoods is both unique and distinct. The types of cultural and nightlife events and other attractions vary widely between Philadelphia's neighborhoods.

About
Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania 19118

The Chestnut Hill area is ten miles from City Hall and is located in the northwestern portion of Philadelphia. The area consists of the northern portion of Fairmount Park's Cresheim Creek, the western portion of Wissahickon Creek, the north side of Northwestern Avenue, and the east side of Stenton Avenue. Chestnut Hill's population is approximately 10,000.

Chestnut Hill is an official Historic District and there are lots of architecturally and/or historically important residences, parks, gardens, and museums in the area. There are more than 200 antique stores, art galleries, boutique shops, eating establishments, and museums in Chestnut Hill.

Shopping

Also, check out Chestnut Hill for great shopping at lots of designer stores and lots of unique shops! You'll find that there are lots of restaurants, cafes, candy stores, and ice cream shoppes all along the streets of Chestnut Hill. It's a great place to take your family, as there's something for everyone there!

Education

There are lots of fine educational options for children, such as the Chestnut Hill Academy (for boys), the Springside School (for girls), The Crefeld School, and the Norwood-Fontbonne Academy. Chestnut Hill College is a very well-regarded co-ed Catholic college located there.

Attractions

The Pastorius Park will make for a relaxing day to walk or jog or to perhaps eat a picnic basket lunch. Live theatre plays are presented at Stagecrafters Theater. The Morris Arboretum is the official arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania. There, you will see some of the oldest, rarest, and largest trees of Philadelphia. They also present 13,000 plants from all over the world to view!

The Woodmere Art Museum focuses on American paintings and decorative arts. Charles Demuth in the City of Lights, Violet Oakley and the Women Artists of Paris, and Sam Maitin Prints and Places are current special exhibitions. For your children, there is the Millard Children's Exhibitions, perfect for introducing your kids to wonders and beauty of fine art.

Summary

The Chestnut Hill area is definitely worthy of a visit, though it will take about a 20-minute drive from the center city.