National Constitution Center

Aside from the 50 middle school kids who were excited to be on a field trip, the experience was amazing. It was informative and interactive. The guides were knowledgeable and offered great stories. The sad part was realizing that we're still addressing some of these issues today even though we have theses rights within the Constitution.

The exhibit is actually much more friendly than expected. The museum space is comfy and has moderate context to learn how the Nation is shaped and evolves. Impressed by the hard work behind each Amendment.

Much can be learned from the past here, & how to be prepared to develop a better, brighter, more opportunistic, & progressive future without all the problems faced & overcome along the way! The giftshop is an exceptional blend of: factual & professional souvenirs but also, comical & cheerful ones (that may cause you to smile)! On another note, the staff is very helpful, the exhibits very tangible, & there are several theaters with informational segments that may instill a more specific insight into various scenarios.

I really enjoy the feeling of this place. The building is spacious, bright, and incredibly clean. The high ceilings and open layout make everything feel airy and comfortable, which is something I always appreciate in a museum. That said, it's not a museum packed wall-to-wall with exhibits. A lot of the space is dedicated to events, auditoriums, presentations, and gathering areas. It feels just as much like a civic and educational center as it does a traditional museum. On the first floor, there are interactive exhibits and staff members stationed throughout to answer questions and engage with visitors. There are often small craft activities for children too. During my visit, there was a project where kids could create items to send to soldiers, which I thought was a thoughtful touch. There was also a smaller exhibit focused on women's voting rights that I found particularly interesting and relevant. The theater presentation was another highlight. It combines a live performer with projections across the walls and floor, creating a more immersive experience than a standard museum film. If you've never seen that style of presentation before, it's definitely worth checking out. The second floor is probably the most visually impressive part of the museum. Seeing all the state and territorial flags suspended from the ceiling is striking, and the life-sized sculptural recreation of the Constitutional Convention is wonderfully done. I especially appreciated that visitors can walk among the figures and experience the exhibit from different perspectives. It's also accessible in a way that allows visitors with visual impairments to engage with the display through touch, which is a feature I don't see nearly often enough in museums. Plus, it's one of the best photo spots in the building. The facilities are also very well maintained. The bathrooms were clean, the common areas were spotless, and everything felt organized and cared for. One thing to know before visiting: there is a security screening at the entrance that's somewhat similar to an airport checkpoint. It's not nearly as intense or stressful as TSA, and the staff were professional and courteous, but it's worth knowing ahead of time if security lines aren't your favorite part of going out. Overall, I think the National Constitution Center shines most as a place for civic engagement, educational programming, and events rather than as a traditional artifact-heavy museum. Beautiful building, engaging presentations, and a welcoming atmosphere. Every time I visit, I end up enjoying myself more than I expected.

Our young students really enjoyed the center, as it was very interactive. The staff does an amazing job at keeping them kids entertained while teaching them some great American core values

I was excited to go to this museum but I all I can say is "meh". The theater portion is pretty good but the displays were bland. There is a ton of open space in this building which seems silly. There is a room here that has scale statues of all the signers which was pretty interesting.

Huge open place. Architecture is great and grand. The Hall of Statues is a must see and walk among. The exhibits were well done but range from middle school oriented to adult oriented. Speaking off we did have waves of field trips come through but not unending.

Must kill them to have to include that the Republicans were anti-slavery. You can clearly see the narrative that they are trying to push. How I yearn for a museum that doesn’t do this. Save $2 with a AAA membership. Listen, I didn’t hate it. Will I rush back? Maybe not. Will I bring visitors there? Maybe but it will be low on the list.

This spacious, well-crafted and highly interactive museum does a good job educating the public about the constitution and United States government. It could definitely have a bit more depth and offer a look into the modern desecration of our government by a wannabe dictator who’s name is British slang for passing gas, but let’s first get people educated about what they’re about to loose. I look forward to an exhibit in a few years that celebrates how we all came together to protect our democracy. Maybe they’ll update their already amazing and inspiring Freedom Rising 360 degree show for this! Lastly, you can visit the museum for just $2 if you qualify for an Art-Reach Philly ACCESS Card.

The Constitutiion Center has made many changes since our last visit. We enjoyed the exhibits about reconstruction and the Suffragettes. The exhibit about the Revolution̈ leading to the Constitution was well done. Signers Hall still inspires.