Pennsylvania Points of Interest

Congress Hall


Congress Hall is a historic point of interest located in Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It served as the original home of the United States Congress from 1790 to 1800, during which time important decisions were made that shaped the course of American history.

Visitors to Congress Hall can take a guided tour to learn about the building's rich history and see original artifacts and furnishings from the time period. Some unique things one might see there include the House and Senate chambers, where important legislation such as the Alien and Sedition Acts and the Naturalization Act were debated and passed.

Aside from its historical significance, Congress Hall is also notable for its impressive architecture. The building's neoclassical design features stunning details such as a domed ceiling, marble floors, and intricate moldings.

There are many good reasons to visit Congress Hall, including its importance in American history and its stunning architecture. It offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the early days of American democracy firsthand. Get driving directions.
CONGRESS HALL

Points of Interest
Location
American Philosophical Society Museum
Aurora Subscription Office
Bishop White House
Bringhurst House
Carpenters Hall
Christ Church
Congress Hall
Declaration (Graff) House
East Wing of Independence Hall.
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
First Bank of the United States
Fragments of Franklin Court
Free Quaker Meeting House
Germantown White House (Deshler-Morris House)
Independence Hall
Independence Visitor Center
Merchants' Exchange Building
Old City Hall. Supreme Court Chamber.
Printing Shop and Bindery
Second Bank of the United States Portrait Gallery
Todd House
West Wing of Independence Hall

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