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Welcome to the definitive directory of official and unofficial information about Independence Hall, its location, and its role in history, civics, rhetoric, architecture and symbolism. Need more? Try these searches:

Location

Formerly the Pennsylvania State House, Independence Hall is located in the heart of Philadelphia at Indpendence Square on Chestnut between 5th and 6th streets. The Hall and nearby monuments, grounds and buildings are part of Independence National Historical Park.
Address: 520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

History & Education

Independence Hall is where the U.S. Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights were adopted. The Declaration was adopted July 4, 1776, which is celebrated annually as Independence Day in the United States. The Hall is part of American History education on the colonial era, the revolutionary era, the early republic, the abolition of slavery, the women's suffrage movement, the civil rights movement, and other important periods.

Civics & Research Aids

Many of the founding fathers' papers are available at the Library of Congress. The "Charters of Freedom" adopted at Independence Hall are on display in Washington, D.C., at the National Archives. Today, much of America's civic discourse centers around how government should apply these documents.

Speeches & Rhetoric

Throughout American history, many of our nation's most important speeches have been given at Independence Hall, often to reassert the words of previous speeches and documents delivered at the Hall. In addition to the following links, we have published a collection of quotations.

Architecture & Construction

Independence Hall is often studied for its architecture. The following resources detail the Hall's design, construction and renovation.

Symbolism & Other Independence Halls

Independence Hall and its Liberty Bell have become worldwide symbols of human rights, as well as national symbols of U.S. history. In addition, many states and countries preserve their own birthplaces in much the same manner as Independence Hall.

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