National Constitution Center

The National Constitution Center is America’s first and only museum devoted to the U.S. Constitution, its ideals and its legacy of active citizenship.

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525 Arch St (btwn 5th St & 6th St) Philadelphia , PA 19106 United States

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The Ritz-Carlton

This site was established on July 4, 2003 and is devoted to the United States Constitution and its legacy. "Freedom Rising" is one its exhibitions ; a 17-minute multimedia story about the Constitution.

HISTORY

The museum , which opened in 2003, has hosted political debates and speeches, including then-presidential candidate Barack Obama’s historic address on race in March 2008.

Emily M-O

The audio tour is more like a video tour--not worth the $5 because it's hard to even find someplace quiet enough to watch a bunch of 4min videos. Prohibition exhibit (through 6/13) is great!

Jéssica Dutra

Best phrase in the whole museum : "yes, there may be problems with freedom, but the solution has never been to take freedom away". This museum is absolutely amazing, I wish to come back ASAP!

Pa McGillin

Check out "American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition." During prohibition, Ma McGillin's shackled the front door of McGillin's. The bar survived by letting patrons in the side door for "tea ."

Thomas Gloy

Very interesting museum about the American constitutional history. Visit if you are ever close to Philadelphia.

Neill Caldwell

OMG, this is a great experience, from live actor kickoff to the Signers' Room, where you can walk among our Founding Fathers. Check out the temporary "1968" exhibit too.

Chad Murray

Make sure you don't miss a visit with George Mason. Learn why he is so important and how his dissent led to the addition of the Bill of Rights .

James C

It's a awesome interactive museum . Great for school trips. Teaches civics in a ton of great ways.

Keith Hobin

Try to get here at the top of the hour to watch the "Freedom Rising" performance to start your tour of the museum . The show is ????

Santi Caamaño

Get to see the bill of rights , too bad no photos were allowed. I really loved the constitution signing statues , the scene is really well done.

Justin Lisenby

Nice museum to see some history. Good shop and parking .

Hoai V.

Make sure you start with the live show that's included with your ticket. It leads directly to the main exhibition . We did it backwards by mistake!

Richard Revilla

The movie at the end is worth the whole visit alone. Great piece of history and appreciation of our liberties.

Visit Philly

The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 2 or 18, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums . Read more

Rickina C

I don't know why the admission price is so high but it's a nice place to see once.

Gary Jastrzab

Every American should visit this museum .

Clementine Mottola

Two squish penny machines. 8 designs total. You see them right outside of the gift shop as soon as you walk in!

Sabena Bario

Great museum with awesome exhibits . Check out Signer's Hall for the life size statue of the delegates. Just stay away from the café 's cheesesteaks ! Lol

Kate Savage

The Constitution brought to life and into our lives. Amazing!! Hall of Signers fantastic.

NBC Politics

First Lady Michelle Obama held a Grassroots Event on June 6, 2012 where she spoke to local supporters and volunteers at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. http://NBCpolitics.com

WorldStrides

The National Constitution Center has more than 100 interactive exhibits that engages students to think about the ways the Constitution has shaped American democracy.

Visit Philly

Barack Obama delivered his memorable speech on race in March 2008 at the National Constitution Center, and Obama and Hillary Clinton debated here in April 2008 during the Democratic primary race.

Donovan Maguigan

Great exhibits that are in addition to the standards.

A2SM

Fittingly based in the City of Brotherly Love and one of the birthplaces of our nation. This is a must see attraction

Luke C

The prohibition exhibit was excellent.

Marie B

Okay, so it's not much for the money but seeing statues of the Constitution signers is pretty cool. Plus they do run special events that are worth it.

James Gerber

Good if you are looking for something to do in the rain

ToryBurch

This center makes learning history interactive (and more interesting) for kids.

visitPA

This is the spot to get your "We the People" on. Did you know that the dimensions of Signers’ Hall are the same as the room where the document was signed in Independence Hall, only two blocks away? Read more

Walt Francis

Of all the Amendments... The 21st is my favorite....Cheers

Concierge

Make sure to log into the computer in the signers' room, you can get a certificate of you signing the Constitution! Not bad at all!

Michael Carrabine

Admission is only $3 (yes, three dollars) if you have a Bank of America card!!!

K12 Inc

Did you know? More than 11,000 amendments to the Constitution have been proposed to Congress. 33 of those have gone to the states to be voted on and ratified, and 27 have been approved as amendments. Read more

Visit Philly

While the Center hosts amazing evergreen presentations, take a look at the Events Calendar for the latest premiere or traveling exhibit . Read more

Kim Taylor Knight

One of the most stirring presentations I have seen. And don't miss the quilts.

Manny Perez

Great time!!!! Fun every time, o and if your active duty military your free!

Allison Scott

The Pulitzer Prize winning photography traveling exhibit is worth a visit. It's in Philly til Dec 31st.

Katie Begley

Free to military !

NBC Philadelphia

The U.S. Constitution celebrates its 225th Anniversary on September 17, 2012. Today's story on NBC10.com: <aclass="entity url"rel="nofollow" href="http://bit.ly/U4COPF"target="_blank" data-sig="jqOVMmhviqM1UZA2QXjWeMQBF7Q=" onmousedown="fourSq.ui.OutgoingLink.mousedown($(this), event)" data-source="tip-text">http://bit.ly/U4COPF</a>

Scott Landau

Beautiful place. Brewer's Plate is the best event of the year!

Concierge

When you go to see Freedom Rising, try to sit in the highest row.. Makes the experience even better!!

Roaya Al

Nice ~ ????????

Mike A.

Awesome Camelot photo exhibition .

Stephen Luo

Must-see show: We the People. Also the galleries and boards are attractive .

Joia M

Definitely check out Freedom Rising

Diane Miller

Beautiful place and beautiful event .

Gilad Doron

They have the cool bronze statues of the signers of the declaration of independence.

Tabitha Chapman

Go to Signer's Hall and text someone the webcam address. They'll be able to see you via the NCC website.

Stephen Luo

The place you must go when coming to PA. impressive.

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