Independence National Historical Park is one of the must see destinations of Philadelphia. The park offers at least something for all age groups. The location of Independence National Historical Park is at the South Third Street, opposite to the First Bank of the United States in Philadelphia. This park is also known as Independence Living History Center.
Independence National Historical Park was established as the conservatory of American culture. This park encompasses over 55 acres making up around 20 city blocks within Philadelphia. The park aims at preserving the resources related to the establishment and growth of the United States of America. The venue of the first and second Continental Congress meetings, site of the Declaration of Independence, venue, where the Constitution of the United States of America was signed are all the prime attractions of Independence National Historical Park.
What To See in Independence National Historical Park
- Liberty Bell – This American bell is of great historic significance. This Bell is symbolic to the American Revolutionary War. It is declared as an international icon of justice and liberty. No tickets are to be purchased to visit the Liberty Bell Center; but all visitors have to pass through security screening.
- Independence Hall - This U.S. national landmark is located at the Chestnut Street. Here the Declaration of Independence was debated and then officially accepted. This building was erected in 1753, initially as the Pennsylvania State House, later it was also used as the meeting venue of the Second Continental Congress. This place is enlisted as a World Heritage Site. Tours to Independence Hall are conducted through timed tickets. Free tickets at the Independence Visitor Center are available on the day of visit, or reservation can be done in advance for a fee of $1.50 per ticket.
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- Other than the above-mentioned attractions, there are many more things to see in the park. The First and Second Banks of the United States, the Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, Congress Hall, Old City Hall, the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial and Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church National Historic Site are also part of the Independence National Historical Park.
- Independence Park Institute organizes education programs and interaction shows that inform viewers of all ages, the stories of Independence National Historical Park.
- The Library and Archives department at Independence National Historical Park deals with the fields like the education, research, interpretive and resource management programs. The Independence Living History Center Archeology Laboratory is also an interesting place to visit. It is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. on Saturdays.
The visitors enjoy certain facilities at Independence National Historical Park, such as restrooms at the 5th & Chestnut Streets, however there are no restrooms in the secured area of the park. The park is daily opened from 9 am - 5 pm, however timings are extended during the summer months. The park remains closed on Christmas Day. During the months of January and February, many park sites remain closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Entry to the Independence Hall during January and February is absolutely free. Half-day tour packages are available for the sites like Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, Old City Hall, Great Essentials and Congress Hall. Parking lot is available at the Independence Visitor Center in 6th and Market Streets. Independence National Historical Park is one of the historic sites of Philadelphia, visited by thousands of visitors round the year.
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