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PHILADELPHIA - The Assembly Room is located on the first-floor of Independence Hall. The room was built around 1790 and is decorated in the era's style. The earliest known painting of the room is called Congress Voting Independence. It was painted by Robert Edge Pine in 1784 and finished by Edward Savage. Savage died before his engravings were finished. The Massachusetts Historical Society acquired the plate in 1859, and the engravings were printed the following year.
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PHILADELPHIA - If you're interested in the history of America's founding fathers, explore the chair of George Washington at the National Constitution Center. It was used by the 55 delegates of the Continental Congress to draft the Constitution, and you can even sit in his chair today.
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PHILADELPHIA-Explore Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia and get a feel for the American Revolution. It is a federally protected historic district that preserves important sites associated with our nation's founding history. While you are exploring Independence Park, you might want to do some historical research on your own. Here are some tips to help you plan a visit to the historic district. Enjoy your trip! And don't forget to take pictures! Listed below are some of the most fascinating sites in Philadelphia.
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PHILADELPHIA - When exploring the Presidents'House Site in Philadelphia,it is essential to know its history.The house was demolished in 1832,and its foundations are embedded in the ground.The exhibit includes videos that tell the stories of enslaved people and text panels that shed light on slavery and the executive branch.
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PHILADELPHIA - While visiting Independence Hall in Philadelphia, don't miss thePresidents' House Site, where George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams lived. You can also view a video that explains the history of slavery in America. In this exhibit, you will learn how enslaved people lived alongside early presidents. On the outside of the hall, you can explore the Presidents'House Site.There is no charge to explore the monument.
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PHILADELPHIA - The Liberty Bell, also known as the Old State House Bell or the State House, is a famous symbol of American independence. The Bell is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Read on to learn about its history and what it stands for. Here's what you should know about the Bell. If you want to visit it, plan your visit accordingly. And don't forget to take your camera! You'll be glad you did!
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