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Independence National Historical Park

The old cracked Bell still proclaims Liberty and Independence Hall echoes the words, "We the People." Explore Franklin's Philadelphia and learn about the past and America's continuing struggle to fulfill the Founders' Declaration that "all men are created equal."

Declaration of Independence - Text 

US Constitution - Text

 
Liberty Bell

Visit the Liberty Bell

No tickets are required to visit the Liberty Bell Center; however all visitors will be required to process through security screening.

 
Independence Hall

Independence Hall

PLEASE NOTE:
NO TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR TOURS OF INDEPENDENCE HALL DURING JANUARY AND FEBRUARY !

Join us January 20th - Inauguration Day!
Witness the first peaceful transfer of power during a reenactment of John Adams' presidential inauguration in Congress Hall, the very place where the second president took the oath on March 4, 1797. The re-enactment will be performed by the American Historical Theater, and actors will be available to answer questions following the performance. The event is free, no tickets needed, but seating is limited so come early! 10 am and 3 pm. Independence Square can be entered from 5th and Chestnut Streets. Call (215) 861-4971 for more information.

 
Franklin Court Ghost Structure

Beyond the Bell and the Hall

If time permits, explore the rich history and diverse stories beyond the Bell and the Hall. There are plenty of other sites to see within Independence National Historical Park.
 
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World Heritage Site

For more information on Independence Hall being a World Heritage Site.

 

Write to

Independence National Historical Park
143 S. Third Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Phone

Visitor Information
(800) 537-7676

Park Headquarters
(215) 597-8787

Fax

(215) 861-4950

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Photo of Angora cat  

Did You Know?
Did you know Benjamin Franklin had a pet angora cat? When it died, he asked artist and natural historian Charles Willson Peale to preserve it through a taxidermy process.

Last Updated: January 13, 2009 at 14:18 EST