Independence Hall — Attraction in Philadelphia

I am an individual who has a soft spot for general history and is relatively engrossed in Colonial History; despite my general interests in American History and the history of the City of William Penn's Brotherly Love, I had never had the opportunity until a recent trip to Philadelphia for the first time since the Obama Administration to view the national treasure of historic Independence Hall.

A historic relic that was originally constructed between 1732 and 1735 with construction conceding on acknowledged Lenni-Lenape Land as the State Hall of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, named for the father of William Penn, Colonel William Penn Sr. Of the British Empire, which has been associated with the Second Continental Congress, the first proper United States judicial system and the 1787 Constitutional Convention, also being home to the drafting of Three Significant Documents with a synopsis of Democracy and documents with a demeanor of perogative of freedom and government significance, the Declaration of Independence of 1776, the infamous 1781 Articles of Confederation, and the more federally based, 1787 United States Constitution in addition to the 1791 Bill of Rights when Philadelphia served as the Second Capitol of the Continental United States in the administrations of George Washington and John Adams from 1790 to 1800, still remaining tall and significant in the contemporary day.

After waiting in line in the humidity of Philadelphia in early July, I and the remainder of the 30-person party proceeded to head first alongside the tour guide, Ed Welch, a benevolent male who actually was rich in historical tangents and heart as well; we first started in the Judiciary Hall that would have been home to the first true United States Supreme Court, and the court of the Second Continental Congress from 1775 to the election of George Washington in 1789, this respective area, which I got to learn more about was adorned with the original fixtures as restored by the National Park Service in addition to the presence of court cases, the roles of defendants, entrances and the conviction of an appointed jury of thy peers, alongside present Delgates and later in the context of Second United States President John Adams, the Vice President, Thomas Jefferson, the Hall also had housed numerous arguments for resolutions and compromises from the United States Congress, in a similar capacity to that of today's contemporary bill passing process.

From there, we went into the room that was the true "Creamed Three Sisters Corn" of the Mid-Atlantic Crop, the Congressional Hall, where the Resolutions and Bills would have been first argued during the Second Continental Congress, in addition to numerous other historical events, including the Resolution of Richard Henry Lee of New York in June of 1776 which advocated for the idea of States Being Permitted to govern as individual sovereign state, which would later spawn further proposals and resolutions that eventually would spark the Declaration of Independence, in addition, the main Congressional Hall was home to all of the original fixtures that were restored in the Early 20th Century to the former glory for which it once bestowed in the time of the Continental Congress Presidents, from Peyton Randolph to George Washington (A president of the 1787 Constitutional Convention, often regarded as the first president of the Continental United States, who also was former Lieutenant in the French and Indian War from 1754-1763 and also a prominent Continental Army "Commander-In-Chief"); in addition, Ed proceeded to tell us more about the significance of Benjamin Harrison V (Father of Old Tippecanoe, William Henry Harrison) and his significance in the Second Continental Congress alongside the failure of the 1787 New Jersey Compromise, whose specific doctrine advocated for more state power from the basis of house representatives and Electoral College Seats per state from more dominant states, while neglecting the power of smaller states from the basis of population.

5/5, historically...

Independence Hall – The Birthplace of American Freedom!

Visiting Independence Hall is like stepping back in time to the very heart of America’s founding. This is where history was made—where the Declaration of Independence (1776) and the U.S. Constitution (1787) were debated and signed, shaping the principles of democracy that still guide the nation today.

The tour inside is absolutely inspiring. Walking through the same rooms where George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and other Founding Fathers debated the future of a new nation is a surreal experience. The Assembly Room—where the Declaration of Independence was signed—feels almost sacred, with its original furnishings and the very desk where these revolutionary ideas were put to paper.

What makes Independence Hall unforgettable? 🏛 Rich History – The site of two of the most important documents in American history. 🎙 Passionate Guides – The National Park Service rangers bring history to life with engaging stories. 🔔 Close to the Liberty Bell – Just steps away from another symbol of freedom. 🌎 UNESCO World Heritage Site – Recognized for its global significance in shaping democratic values.

The surrounding Independence National Historical Park is also a beautiful place to explore, with charming cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a powerful sense of patriotism in the air. This is a must-visit landmark for anyone who wants to feel the true spirit of American independence!

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It almost seems anti-American to rate Independence Hall any less that five stars; it was a really nice visit. Tickets are available in one of two methods, fist come first serve or reserve online. I would recommend reserving online, first come first serve are usually all out by 10:30/11 am. Reserving online should be done about two days in advance otherwise, the park service makes online reservations unavailable to ensure there are enough tickets for walk ups. Reservations online cost $1 per transaction so it's definitely worth doing. When making your ticket purchase you will be required to select a tour time. The park folks tell you to be there about 20-30 minutes prior to your reserved tour time. I arrived about 30 minutes early, went through security and was ready for the tour about 25 minutes before the scheduled tour started. I was able to jump in an earlier tour that was just starting so I didn't have to wait.

Once inside you will be seated and listen to a park volunteer give the room a brief rundown of the series of events that led to the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. We then walked into the next room(s) which was the Supreme Court and the Assembly room where history was made and all of the action took place. The tour guide, park service volunteer, was extremely knowledgable and did a great job walking us through the steps our forefathers walked to create an...