Known as the birthplace of the United States, Independence Hall houses the room where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both signed.Photo: NPS Photo
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.
Independence National Historical Park and Independence Historical Trust will hold a public ribbon cutting on July 1 to celebrate the multi-year, $43 million renovation of the historic First Bank of the United States.
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Recognizable for its crack, the Liberty Bell remains significant today for its message of liberty.Photo: NPS PhotoPlan your visit, use the restrooms, and take advantage of the free WiFi in the Independence Visitor Center.Photo: NPS PhotoThe Assembly Room in Independence Hall is where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both signed.Photo: NPS PhotoExplore Franklin's life and character in the Benjamin Franklin Museum. The museum features artifacts, computer animations, and interactive displays that are geared toward visitors of all ages.Photo: NPS PhotoFranklin's printing office no longer survives, but it would have had equipment similar to what you'll see in the Franklin Court Printing Office.Photo: NPS PhotoVisit Washington Square and contemplate the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American RevolutionPhoto: NPS PhotoThe Second Bank of the United States houses a fine collection of over 100 portraits, many of them by 18th century artist Charles Willson Peale.Photo: NPS Photo
Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.
Historic First Bank of the United States Building to Reopen July 1
