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Independence Hall
Hours of Operation
- Times vary, check website for details.
(215) 965-2305
520 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Description
Built in the mid-1700s, Independence Hall has hosted a bevy of historic happenings inside its walls, including the appointment of George Washington to Commander in Chief of the Continental Army, and the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Visitors can tour the Hall, observing the Assembly Ro...
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One of the most historically notable landmarks in the United States, this hall was where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were penned and is a sight that all American citizens should try to see during their lifetime. You can take guided tours of twenty different buildings that are situated on this 45-acre spread, all which call Independence National Historical Park their home.