Independence Hall
Philadelphia
Independence Hall is a historic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where both the United States Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted.
Top 5 Facts
- Independence Hall was completed in 1753 and originally served as the Pennsylvania State House.
- The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, was originally housed in the steeple of Independence Hall.
- The building is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its historical significance.
- Independence Hall is part of the Independence National Historical Park, which includes other historic sites like the Liberty Bell Center and Congress Hall.
- The Assembly Room in Independence Hall is where the Second Continental Congress met from 1775 to 1783.
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