Our time in this museum started with a narrated program, coupled with media highlights. The narrator was awesome! However, the only topic that repeated itself many times was the issue of slavery. I left the room, not really learning anything. I guess my expectations were "off". I thought we'd learn about the Constitution and its history. Instead, the few displays... More

National Constitution Center is located at 525 Arch St. one block north of Independence Visitors Center. It's open 9:30 AM until 5 PM. There is a charge. Interactive displays are located on the upper level. Spend a little time with the signers (life size statues). Also, there is a show given by a single performer - entrance on the lower... More

After visiting the National Constitution Center and seeing the live performance and exhibits those are the words that continually echoed in my mind. We the people... The live performance was very moving. Honestly there were moments where I was almost brought to tears as the performance was playing out. I think that comes from the fact that I teach this... More

The live action/film is very well done. Different. The space itself is good but more a retrospective of freedom than history of the constitution. President's Hall is fun and again, great photo opportunities here. Photography is not allowed in the remainder of the space. I feel the admission price is high for what you see - but I think they've... More

Great museum, especially the life size statues of the signers. George Washington looked at me while I signed the Constitution!

Great exhibits. Good for all ages. Special exhibit keeps changing so you can keep going back. I learn something new each time I go.

What an interesting place! The live performance set the tone for a well done, thoughtful place that gives insight into the living document that our constitution is. Thought-provoking displays and interesting artifacts. The negative part was the large groups of ill-behaved students who apparently have never heard of single file lines, or the need to be quiet in museums and... More

Excellent start to a visit to Philadelphia. Don't miss the Freedom Rising presentation when you enter- it's a good way to help you appreciate the displays that follow. Plan to spend between 1-2 hours.The is a thought provoking interactive program on the second floor that goes off every hour or two that focuses on individual rights. Every once in awhile... More

They start you off with a live performance - mostly a narrative of the time around the writing of the constitution. It sets the stage for the rest of the tour which is a vast circular display case with lots of interactive items. Plan on at least 3 hours if you are the type who likes to browse slowly and... More