The Philip Jaisohn Memorial House
The Philip Jaisohn Memorial House in Media, PA, was home to Dr. Philip Jaisohn and his family for twenty-five years. It was from here that he recommenced his medical practice, resumed his active writerly work as an advocate of Korean independence, and led his daily life as a father, husband, physician, and neighbor, and as a proud, grateful, engaged American citizen.
Built in a stately Federalist style in red brick, the Philip Jaisohn Memorial House is modest in scale and sits on a small hill that overlooks a nature sanctuary, which Muriel, his daughter, bequeathed to the borough of Media upon her death. The Foundation acquired the House itself as it was falling into disrepair and, after major renovations, opened it to the public in 1990. Today, the Philip Jaisohn Memorial House displays many historic photos, records, and relics, and is free to the public. The Foundation welcomes visitors interested in viewing the exhibit inside the house as well as strolling the surrounding garden.
Philip Jaisohn Memorial House
Dr. Philip Jaisohn’s Life
The Story of Dr. Philip Jaisohn and Korean Independence Featured in The Declaration’s Journey
George Choe, President and CEO of the Philip Jaisohn Memorial Foundation, shares the story of Dr. Philip Jaisohn and his relationship to the Korean Independence movement, one of the stories featured our special exhibit, The Declaration’s Journey. Sitting down in the Philip Jaisohn Memorial House, we learn how Dr. Jaisohn helped further Korean Independence from both within and outside of the country and how the U.S. Declaration and history of independence helped inform his advocacy.
To learn more about the history and global legacy of The Declaration of Independence, visit the Museum of the American Revolution’s special exhibit, The Declaration’s Journey, from now until January 3, 2027. @www.amrevmuseum.org
History of the Korean Independence Movement as Seen through Photos and Written Records
This exhibition provides an overview of the history of the Korean independence movement, focusing on photos and related materials containing the main scenes of the movement. They are presented in digital form and can be viewed online beyond the constraints of time and space. It is meant to help people understand this important part of Korean history and share its universal values with the rest of the world.
Philip Jaisohn Memorial House Visit
We welcome individual and group visitors to Philip Jaisohn Memorial House. Please call 610-627-9768 to schedule an appointment with our curator. Admission is free, although donations can be made on site. The Foundation also welcomes contributions toward the maintenance of the House and Museum via mail, which can be sent to: 100 East Lincoln Street, Media, PA 19063.
Direction: You can enter our main parking lot from Gayley Street. Our main parking entrance with the sign is located at the opposite side of 410 Gayley St apartment (or next to 401 Gayley Street).
For reservations to visit the Philip Jaisohn Memorial House
Please email: info@jaisohn.org
or Call: 610-627-9768
