National Constitution Center
Top Ways To Experience The Presidential Inauguration In Philadelphia
Philadelphia residents don’t have to make the trip to the nation’s capital to take part in the festivities.
Jeb Bush To Lead National Constitution Center
The National Constitution center announced on Thursday that Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush has been elected Chairman of the Center’s Board of Trustees.
Philadelphia Dealer Selling Historic Civil War Document
While many historians concur the bombardment on Fort Sumter triggered the start of the Civil War, there is a document President Abraham Lincoln signed just days after the event that is actually considered the legal launch of the bloody conflict between the states.
Rare Document Signed By Lincoln For Sale In Philadelphia
The Raab Collection in Philadelphia said Tuesday it is selling the document, which it calls one of the most important in American history. The asking price is $900,000.
Hatchet, Speakeasy Help Tell Tale Of Prohibition At National Constitution Center
A hatchet used to bust up saloons, the verdict sheet from Al Capone’s trial, and lawman Eliot Ness’ sworn oath of office are among the more sobering artifacts in a new exhibit documenting the driest period in U.S. history.
What’s Cooking on 1060: Kosher, Sausage, and Beer
Kosher food in Merion, sausage at the Reading Terminal Market, and beer at the National Constitution Center are all on Hadas’ menu this week.
National Constitution Center Gives Kids A Chance To Weigh In On Presidential Election
The National Constitution Center gave youngsters – below the legal voting age – a chance to register their preferences in Tuesday’s presidential election.
Mother of Murdered Gay Man Addresses Hate Crimes Conference in Philadelphia
“Matt is no longer with us because two men learned — they learned — that it was okay to hate,” Judy Shepard said.
Prohibition Exhibit Set To Open At National Constitution Center
Curator Daniel Okrent says there’s a lot to learn about the US Constitution by examining this period in American history.
Constitution Center Tightens Its Belt, Denies Connection to Springsteen Shortfall
The budget for fiscal 2013 is slightly smaller than last year’s, according to the NCC chief operating officer Vince Stango, “and as a result we are realigning our resources.”
Program Gives Local At-Risk Minority Boys A View of Successful Lives
Officials from the What It Takes Foundation have gathered the area’s most successful professionals to help put 200 students on the same path to success.
Voter ID Laws Under Microscope Of Constitution
As Pennsylvania’s highest court considers arguments over the state’s voter ID law, a panel discussion on Monday at the National Constitution Center featured arguments for and against.
Constitution Day Celebration Up And Down Independence Mall
It was 225 years ago, today, when the United States Constitution was adopted by the Constitutional Convention here in Philadelphia. And there are all kinds of events in town to mark the occasion.
Top Museum Exhibits To See This Fall In Philadelphia
Think you’ve seen it all? Think again! This fall, Philly’s museums are doing it up right with options everyone will love.
Muhammad Ali Honored With Liberty Medal
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali received the prestigious Liberty Medal last night at an outdoor ceremony at the National Constitution Center.
