National Constitution Center

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Pennsylvania's Founding: How a City and a Colony Shaped America's Civic DNA

Free show with Drexel University on how Penn's 1681 "holy experiment" and the planned city of Philadelphia shaped American civic habits, with Atwater Kent artefacts and student-built map and timeline interactives.

Now showing30 Sept – 3 Jan 2027Free

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America's Founding

Permanent gallery opened for the nation's 250th year, tracing the road from colonial unrest to the Constitution and Bill of Rights through rare artefacts, immersive settings and digital interactives.

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The 19th Amendment: How Women Won the Vote

Nearly 100 artefacts across 3,000 square feet trace the decades of organising behind the 19th Amendment, through Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Alice Paul, Ida B. Wells and the suffragists history often skips.

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Civil War and Reconstruction: The Battle for Freedom and Equality

The first US exhibit devoted to the constitutional argument over slavery, following Frederick Douglass, Lincoln and Harriet Tubman through to the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments, the nation's "Second Founding".

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Signers' Hall

Stand among 42 life-size bronze statues of the delegates who gathered on 17 September 1787, sculpted by Studio EIS from portraits and contemporary descriptions, and add your own signature to the Constitution.

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Governing the Nation

How the Constitution splits power between the three branches and between Washington and the states, with a congressional-power game, a Resolute Desk decision simulation and a role-play Supreme Court.

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The Fabric Workshop and Museum

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Visitor Information

How much does National Constitution Center cost?

Ticket prices for National Constitution Center change by season and by exhibition. Paid general admission; reduced rates for seniors, students, veterans and youth. Children 5 and under free. Buying online in advance is cheaper than walk-up — check the ticketing page for current rates.. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.

What are the opening hours of National Constitution Center?

National Constitution Center is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am–5pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is National Constitution Center?

National Constitution Center is located at 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States, in the Old City / Independence Mall area of Philadelphia. The nearest stations are 5th Street/Independence Hall (SEPTA Market–Frankford Line), 8th Street (SEPTA Market–Frankford Line / PATCO) and Jefferson Station (SEPTA Regional Rail).

What can I see at National Constitution Center?

Interactive museum of the US Constitution on Independence Mall, where 42 bronze Founders await your signature. Current highlights include Pennsylvania's Founding: How a City and a Colony Shaped America's Civic DNA, America's Founding and The 19th Amendment: How Women Won the Vote.

Do I need to book National Constitution Center in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit National Constitution Center?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.