Open House at Chamounix Mansion _ by Chamounix International Hostel

Date: 
Wednesday, October 23, 2013 - 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: 
Heritage Chamounix Mansion, West Fairmount Park, 3250 Chamounix Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19131
United States

Two Hundred years ago Chamounix Mansion was the summer retreat of the Plumstead family; 100 years ago the Mansion served as the clubhouse for the Quaker City Motor Club which promoted automobile racing along the adjacent Chamounix Speedway.

In 1964, Chamounix became the first metropolitan youth hostel in America. Today, the restored Chamounix and Carriage House continue to serve as an International Hostel and Meeting Center. Come share the welcome of Chamounix, an extraordinary Fairmount Park destination.

Free

Open to Public & Tourism specialists, Fairmount Park users, Students colleges.

Call 215.878.3676 for more information. 

Categories
Event Type: 
Community Events
Event Type: 
GlobalPhilly™2013
Topic: 
GlobalPhilly™ 2013
Topic: 
Cultural Exchange