On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress met in the Assembly Room of Independence Hall to formally adopt the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming the 13 American colonies‘ sovereignty from Great Britain. Step inside Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were debated and signed. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of Philadelphia’s Historic District. Let this film guide you through the building where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and signed. Known as America's birthplace, Independence Hall is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site not for its architectural design but for the documents of freedom and democracy, the Declaration of Independence, and the United States Constitution. On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read to the public for the first time. Immediately afterwards, riled up patriots stormed the Pennsylvania State House and tore down the coat of arms of King George, then proceeded outside and burned it. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is where some of America’s most pivotal moments happened, including the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is one of the most important landmarks in US history, being the site where the nation declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain on 4 July 1776 by signing the Declaration of Independence. The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of Independence and US Constitution were both debated and signed inside Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although known today as Independence Hall, the building was constructed to be the Pennsylvania State House. It once housed all three branches of Pennsylvania's colonial government. Let this film guide you through the building where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and signed. Experience Your America. Independence Hall in Philadelphia is a landmark of immense historical significance, often referred to as the birthplace of American democracy. This iconic building witnessed the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the drafting of the United States Constitution, two foundational documents that have shaped the nation’s history and The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed inside Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Independence Hall is a historic civic building in Philadelphia, where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were debated and adopted by the Founding Fathers of the United States. The building, which is the centerpiece of Independence National Historical Park, was designated a World Heritage Site in 1979. [3] It is one of the most recognizable buildings Take a tour of Independence Hall to see the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed. The National Constitution Center is an interactive museum, national town hall, and civic education headquarters located steps from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell in Historic Philadelphia. Step inside and be inspired by must-see exhibitions, live performances, rare artifacts, and hands-on activities that bring the Constitution to life for all ages. Plan Your Visit The West Wing of Independence Hall contains original printed 18th century documents as well as the inkstand most likely used to sign the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. NPS photo Location The Great Essentials exhibit is located in the West Wing of Independence Hall, on Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets. See the room where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both signed. Independence Hall is located on Chestnut Street, between 5th and 6th Streets. Entrance is through a security screening area on the south side of Independence Hall. Independence Hall is the birthplace of the nation. Both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and signed here. Join a park ranger to discover more about the founding of the nation and the paradoxes and promises of the American experiment. After New York’s delegates received instructions from home to vote for independence (they had initially abstained), the document was sent to Timothy Matlack to be engrossed (handwritten). Fifty of the 56 men signed the engrossed Declaration of Independence inside Independence Hall on August 2, 1776. Loading results The Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed inside this building. The legacy of the nation's founding documents - universal principles of freedom and democracy - has influenced lawmakers around the world and distinguished Independence Hall as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See what it's like to tour Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were debated and signed.
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