Thomas Ustick Walter (1804-1877)
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A marker in Philadelphia that is in front of the Center for Architecture and Design which is about the architect who consulted on City Hall.
Waymark Code: WM130BG
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 08/19/2020
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Thomas Ustick Walter
(1804-1887)
Nationally prominent Philadelphia architect who designed the US Capitol dome and wings and Girard College. He was consulting architect for Philadelphia'a City Hall. A founder of the American Institute of Architects, he served as its president. Walter lived near here 1837-41.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission 2009
Marker Name: Thomas Ustick Walter (1804-1877)
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 10/29/2009
Marker Type: City
Location: 1218 Arch St., Philadelphia
Category: Buildings & Architecture, Professions & Vocations
Website: Not listed
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