Creating A New Nation

Philadelphia is the city that forged a new nation – home to the Continental Congress during the Revolutionary War, capitol of the United States from 1790-1800, birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.

Before you leave for the trip, introduce the students to vocabulary and events.
Pre- and post-visit materials

The Trip
Route 1 is perfect for the class who is in town for 3-4 hours.  Route 2 takes a whole day and even can go into the evening with a special light show.  Obviously the season affects the time as lines may grow in April and May.

Route 1:  Map

Visitor Center

President's House

Liberty Bell

Independence Hall (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

Congress Hall (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

NCC (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB & SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)

Route 2: Map

Visitor Center

President's House

Liberty Bell

Independence Hall (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

West Wing (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

Congress Hall (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB & SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)

Old City Hall (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

2nd Bank (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

Independence Living History Center (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB & SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)

Franklin Court (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB & SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)

Christ Church Burial Ground (SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)

NCC (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB & SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)

Declaration House (CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES ON THE WEB)

Lights of Liberty (SPECIAL ON-SITE PROGRAMS)