Join the National Constitution Center for an array of patriotic festivities surrounding Independence Day, exploring the history of the Declaration of Independence and how the definition of "We the People" has expanded since Thomas Jefferson penned the famous words" all men are created equal"  in 1776. Attend the interactive Independence Day show, participate in American flag history and etiquette workshops, create Colonial-era crafts, and stop by the Revolutionary War encampment on the museum's Front Lawn.

Daily Programs:

Flag Ceremonies
10 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Front Lawn
Join the National Constitution Center staff each morning as we raise the American flag over our building on Independence Mall, and then again in the evenings as we reverently lower it.

History of Independence Day Show
10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m., Kenneth C. Griffin Great Hall Overlook
From parades to protests, cannons to flag waving, explosive words to fiery demonstrations, this show takes an in-depth look at this exciting celebration of freedom from the early days of American independence to the present day.

Artifact Spotlight: A Fragment of the Lincoln Flag
11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Civil War and Reconstruction Exhibit
On the way to his inauguration, Abraham Lincoln stopped by Philadelphia on February 22, 1861, and raised an American flag over Independence Hall. View a fragment of this flag and learn more about the president’s commitment to preserving the Union and fulfilling the promises of the Declaration of Independence.

History of the American Flag Show
11:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m., Kenneth C. Griffin Great Hall Overlook
How much do you know about the stars and stripes? Discover the history of the American flag during our interactive flag show. Together we’ll uncover the flag’s symbolism and learn how to properly raise, display, and fold the flag during a flag raising ceremony.

Giant Flag Folding
Noon, National Constitution Center Front Lawn
Join us on the Front Lawn for a flag-folding demonstration featuring our giant American flag! We’ll uncover the flag’s symbolism and learn how to properly fold the flag.

The Four Harriets of History Program
12:45 p.m. and 2:45 p.m., Kenneth C. Griffin Great Hall Overlook
Explore the lives of four American women—Harriet Robinson Scott, Harriet Tubman, Harriet Jacobs, and Harriet Beecher Stowe—who confronted slavery through literature, lawsuits, and direct action in their efforts to free themselves and others from bondage. 

Family Fun Activities
10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Front Lawn
Join us on the Front Lawn to play graces, hoop and stick, nine pin, and other games popular during the Revolutionary era.

Special Days:

10:00 a.m - 8:00 p.m: Red, White, & Blue To-Do
The National Constitution Center is proud to join our partners in Philadelphia's Historic District to host the second annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do

In 1776, Founding Father John Adams declared that July 2 should be a day of “pomp and parade” from one end of the continent to the other. The Red, White, & Blue To-Do will take place throughout America’s most historic square mile with the Red, White, & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade, festooned decor, concerts, games, extended visitation hours at area historic attractions, restaurant specials, and much more.

Join us at the NCC for the exciting step-off of the Red, White, & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade and wave off the marchers, performers, and of course, the festively festooned floats! In the afternoon enjoy free musical performances on the NCC’s front lawn, and conclude the day at our Trivia Night, with free admission from 5–8 p.m. Additional programs throughout the day will include artifact talks, arts and craft activities, lawn games, educational programs, and more.

5:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m: Taste of History Trivia Night
Alert the group chat: It’s trivia night! Grab a bite, explore exhibits, and show off your trivia skills in the birthplace of American democracy. The National Constitution Center is  hosting a Taste of History Trivia Night. We’ll have free food, games, exhibit tours, and a trivia contest with prizes. PLUS snap a selfie with Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Alexander Hamilton to remember the night. The event will cap-off a festive day at the Center, as we join our partners across the Historic District in celebrating the second annual Red, White, & Blue To-do. Join us at the National Constitution Center’s Kenneth C. Griffin Great Hall Overlook on July 2 from 5–8 p.m. for a night of food, friends, and of course, history.