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Independence Hall

Birthplace of both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

They risked everything — “their lives, their fortune and their sacred honor.” During the blistering summer of 1776, 56 courageous men gathered at the Pennsylvania State House and defied the King of England. Eleven years later, representatives from 12 states gathered to shape the U.S. Constitution, finally creating one unified nation.

Carpenters’ Hall

Meeting Place of the First Continental Congress

National Constitution Center

The world’s only museum dedicated to the U.S. Constitution

The 160,000-square-foot National Constitution Center explores and explains this amazing document through high-tech exhibits, artifacts, and interactive displays. In the star-shaped Kimmel Theater, powerful music, a live actor and 360 degrees multi-media images tell the story of We the People.

Christ Church

Where Colonial America made its break with the Church of England

Where Colonial America made its break with the Church of England.

Declaration (Graff) House

Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence here

The all-important words that created a new nation were written by Thomas Jefferson at the home of Jacob Graff. Jr. Visitors can view first-floor exhibits and a short film regarding Jefferson’s endeavors at the home where he rented two second-floor rooms from Graff, a well-known bricklayer.

The Betsy Ross House

The birthplace of the American flag

Did she or didn’t she? While historians debate Betsy Ross’ role in making the first American flag, the home of the nation’s best known seamstress is among the region’s most popular attractions.

Congress Hall

Home of the U.S. Congress from 1790-1800

Like the democratic ideals it once served, Congress Hall is simple, but powerful. The nation’s fledgling legislature occupied the former County Court House, a two-story brick Georgian structure that characterized Congress’ roles.