Congress Hall

Sixth and Chestnut
Philadelphia, PA

Part of Independence National Historical Park, one of the most visited tourist sites in the nation, Congress Hall is a popular part of Philadelphia educational tours.

What is it?

Congress Hall was the meetinghouse for each state’s representatives and senators when Philadelphia was the capital of our country. This building has been restored so that when you step inside, you can truly step into history. The House of Representatives was located on the first floor with the Senate upstairs. In this upper room 28 of the 32 chairs are authentic as well as the Secretary’s desk. Both rooms are filled with furnishings and décor from the time period when congress met here. Even the carpet is an exact replica of the original. It was here that Presidents George Washington and John Adams were inaugurated and the Bill of Rights was ratified. Congress Hall is a very memorable stop for any historic tour of Philadelphia.