Today, Sunday services are still held at the Independence Boulevard Christian Church (complete with a large Casavant organ), but other programs it provides often take the spotlight—like its Micah ...

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy traveled to Philadelphia, where the Declaration of Independence was debated and signed, ...

From now until January, Independence Hall is closing its doors to visitors as preservation work is completed before the ...

Legendary documentarian Ken Burns brings history to life in his films, and even he thinks 'Hamilton' has changed the world.

The screed trashed everything from fictional Philadelphia hometown hero Rocky Balboa to the Ben Franklin Bridge to Philly’s pro-sports teams. During the 15-plus minutes he browbeat the crowd, Burr ...

Temple is moving forward with plans to turn Terra Hall on South Broad Street into a vibrant hub for education, collaboration, ...

With shutdown over, Liberty Bell reopens, but Independence Hall won’t for a while The longest government shutdown ever ended ...

The free exhibition on Nov. 22 will feature artifacts from the Transatlantic Slave Trade and discussions on American ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Despite the end of the government shutdown, Independence Hall in Philadelphia is closed temporarily.

PHILADELPHIA - Independence Hall is set to close for preservation work ahead of a major anniversary. Independence Hall will ...

The historic site said it would be shuttered from now until Jan. 28 for preservation work and infrastructure repairs.

Independence Hall will be closed until Jan. 28, 2026, as the site of the Declaration of Independence prepares for U.S. 250th celebrations.