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{{Infobox Park
| name = Cherry Street Pier
| image =
| image_caption = Cherry Street Pier with art installations and Delaware River views
| type = Adaptive reuse pier / Arts venue
| location = Delaware River waterfront
| coordinates = 39.9550,-75.1380
| area = 55,000 square feet
| established = 2018
| operated_by = Delaware River Waterfront Corporation
| features = Artist studios, gardens, food hall, event space
| hours = 7 AM - 10 PM daily (varies seasonally)
| transit = Walk from Old City; SEPTA bus 25
| website = https://www.delawareriverwaterfront.com
}}

'''Cherry Street Pier''' is a transformed municipal pier on the [[Delaware River]] waterfront in [[Philadelphia]], combining artist studios, a seasonal garden, food vendors, and public gathering space under the dramatic canopy of a century-old covered pier structure. Opened in 2018, it represents one of the most successful adaptive reuse projects on Philadelphia's waterfront.<ref name="cherry">{{cite web |url=https://www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/places/cherry-street-pier |title=Cherry Street Pier |publisher=Delaware River Waterfront Corporation |access-date=December 30, 2025}}</ref>

The pier seamlessly blends arts, community, and commerce in a space that feels both industrial and welcoming.

== History ==

=== Original Pier ===

The pier was built in '''1919''' as a working municipal shipping pier:
* Served Delaware River shipping traffic
* Covered structure protected cargo operations
* Part of Philadelphia's once-thriving port
* Fell into disuse as shipping declined

=== Transformation ===

The '''Delaware River Waterfront Corporation''' led the pier's reinvention:
* 2016-2018: Renovation and adaptive reuse
* Preserved original pier structure and roof
* Added artist studios and public amenities
* Created year-round programming model

== Features ==

=== Artist Studios ===

'''Resident artist studios''' line the pier:
* Working artists visible to visitors
* Rotating residency program
* Open studio events
* Art for sale

=== The Garden ===

A '''seasonal garden''' occupies the pier's center:
* Container plantings and raised beds
* Comfortable seating throughout
* Festive string lights
* River views through open walls

=== Food and Drink ===

'''Vendors''' offer diverse options:
* Local food vendors
* Craft beverages
* Seasonal menus
* Indoor and outdoor seating

=== Event Space ===

The pier hosts:
* Markets and pop-ups
* Live music
* Festivals
* Private events

== Visiting ==

=== Hours ===

* Generally 7 AM - 10 PM
* Seasonal variations
* Check website for current hours

=== Admission ===

* '''Free admission''' to the pier
* Pay for food, drink, and art purchases

=== Getting There ===

'''Location:''' Delaware River waterfront at Cherry Street

'''By Public Transit:'''
* Walk east from Old City
* SEPTA Bus 25 to Columbus Boulevard
* Market-Frankford Line to 2nd Street, then walk

'''By Car:'''
* Columbus Boulevard parking lots
* Penn's Landing parking

'''By Bicycle:'''
* Delaware River Trail access
* Bike parking available

=== Tips ===

* The covered structure provides shade and shelter
* Sunset views through the open pier sides are spectacular
* Combine with [[Race Street Pier]] (just south)
* Check event calendar for markets and music

== Nearby ==

* '''[[Race Street Pier]]''' — Adjacent waterfront park
* '''[[Penn's Landing]]''' — South along waterfront
* '''[[Old City]]''' — Short walk west
* '''[[Benjamin Franklin Bridge]]''' — Views from pier
* '''[[Spruce Street Harbor Park]]''' — Further south (seasonal)

== See Also ==

* [[Delaware River]]
* [[Race Street Pier]]
* [[Penn's Landing]]
* [[Old City]]

== References ==
<references />

== External Links ==

* [https://www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/places/cherry-street-pier Delaware River Waterfront - Cherry Street Pier]

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|title=Cherry Street Pier Philadelphia - Waterfront Arts, Food & Garden Space
|description=Guide to Cherry Street Pier, Philadelphia's transformed waterfront venue with artist studios, seasonal gardens, food vendors, and Delaware River views.
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[[Category:Parks]]
[[Category:Delaware River]]
[[Category:Arts and Culture]]
[[Category:Old City]]

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