April , 2001 at Franklin Field, Philadelphia PA
107th Penn Relays
Map and Directions
Franklin Field was built in 1922
Franklin Field is on the U. of Pennsylvania campus at
233 S. 33rd St.
Franklin Field is just across the river
from downtown Philadelphia
and very close to Amtrak's Penn Station (30th St.).
Philadelphia - Franklin Field (red star)
is accessible
from the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76)
PennAccess: Franklin Field
Entrance Information:
- The spectator entrance for Franklin Field events is
located off South street through Gate SL/SM, which has a ramp from the
sidewalk to the east end of the field. This is the entrance to the
accessible seating in the South Stands. The drop off/pick up area for
spectators using the accessible seating is located at the intersection
of Convention Ave. and South St. Vehicles may stop temporarily at this
location. There are curb cuts and a stop light at the intersection.
- The northwest corner of the stadium provides access
to the playing field rather than the stands.
Elevator Information:
- There are no elevators in Franklin Field.
Accessible Restrooms:
- South concourse - men's near Gate SB,
women's/unisex near Gate SM.
Building Information:
- The accessible seating is in the South Stands
from goal post to goal post. There are chairs that can fold out of
the way for a wheelchair user or can serve for a companion to sit
in. All other seating areas are tiered and not wheelchair
accessible. All exits from the south concourse to the seating area
on the south side are ramped.
- Gates SL and SM have ramps up from South St. and
are always open for games and events.
- For ticket information for accessible seating
call the Ticket Office at 898-6151
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