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Quote: Philadelphia’s Independence Hall is one of the most important buildings in the history of the United States of America. The nation was shaped by the conversations that went on within its doors between men like George Washington, Benjamin Franklin... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Philadelphia - the Birth of a Nation
Quote: There are free guided tours of the Independence Hall which you have to pick up from the Visitors centre an hour in advance. What is good is that the tickets are free, but you can also book online to reserve at www.recreation.gov, or the visitors... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Philadelphia freedom
Quote: Independence Hall is the building where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were signed. As such, it is one of America’s most important historic landmarks. It’s located in downtown Philadelphia on Chestnut Street... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Quick Trip to Philly
Quote: Known at the time as the Pennsylvania State House, and now known simply as Independence Hall, the building and surrounding national park in downtown Philadelphia offers a breathtaking and remarkable look back on the founding moments of our nation.... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal 24 Hours in Philadelphia
Quote: A must Do and See when one is in Philadelphia. It was at this Hall our Nation's Independence was founded from Great Britain, the signing of the Declaration of Independence.It was also in this Hall that the framework for our National Government was... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Weekend Getaway in Philadelphia
Quote: Independence Hall houses the most enduring symbol of Philadelphia and one of our country's most important symbols, the Liberty Bell. This 1½-ton bell rang from the top the hall on July 8th, 1776, to summon Philadelphians to the first public reading... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Philadelphia Story
Quote: You can’t go to Philadelphia without a visit to the Liberty Bell. I’m not really sure why we’re all so drawn to this bell and all it symbolizes, but even my 8-year-old was impressed by it.Due to the extra security precautions since... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Veteran's Day Weekend in Philadelphia
Quote: Like I stated above, it is great to see. I loved the furnishing of the older period pieces. The "Rising Sun" chair used by George Washington as he presided over the Constitutional Convention is original. It is so exciting to actually see the objects... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Independence National Historical Park
Quote: Unlike the movie National Treasure, you cannot climb on the roof of Independence Hall. You can, however, enjoy the historical and political importance it played in our nation's upbringing. It's true--all those old geezers we call our forefathers... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Philadelphia - A Home Grown City
Quote: Both the Declaration of Independence (1776) and the United States Constitution (1787) were signed in this attractive Georgian building, constructed between 1732 and 1756 as Pennsylvania's State House. Philadelphia was the intellectual and... Read the full Independence Hall review
From journal Philadelphia I: Essential Museums