America’s July 2 birthday, Philadelphia style

Congress comes back to Philly for special session at Independence Hall

The ceremonial session included a bipartisan group who marked the nation's 250th birthday in the city where everything began.

Boyle brings Congress back to "where it all began" for 250th anniversary

Members of Congress gathered Thursday at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The bipartisan group of lawmakers gathered at Independence Hall specifically on this day because it marked the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress’s vote in support of American independence in 1776 in Philadelphia. Two days later, the Declaration of Independence was signed. …

Philadelphia Holds Historic Celebration Event Commemorating America’s 250th Birthday

U.S. Congress members gather at Independence Hall in Philadelphia on July 2 and hold a historic ceremonial event commemorating America’s 250th birthday. Marking the nation’s milestone, and in order to formally recognize this occasion, lawmakers are signing a statement for its inclusion in the Congressional Record.  ...

Congress returns to Philadelphia where America's independence began 250 years ago

Democratic and Republican lawmakers gathered at Congress Hall and Independence Hall in Philadelphia on July 2 to commemorate the nation's founding.

Members of Congress meet at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to celebrate America's 250th birthday

Members of Congress gathered at Independence Hall in Philadelphia on Thursday as part of America's 250th birthday celebration.

A Reflection on Being at Independence Hall for the Independence Vote Anniversary

Reflecting on the 250th anniversary of the July 2 independence vote at historic Independence Hall.