State House (Pennsylvania)

The State House (Pennsylvania), also known as Independence Hall, is a historic building located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is primarily known as the location where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted. Construction began in 1732, and it was completed in 1753. Originally built to house all three branches of the Pennsylvania colonial government, it served as the principal meeting place for Pennsylvania's Assembly and Supreme Court.

From 1775 to 1783, it served as the primary meeting place of the Second Continental Congress, and from 1787, the Constitutional Convention. The Declaration of Independence was adopted there on July 4, 1776, and the U.S. Constitution was drafted and signed there in 1787.

Although initially called the State House, it became known as Independence Hall in the 19th century. It is a major tourist attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, symbolizing American independence and democracy. The building is now part of Independence National Historical Park and is administered by the National Park Service. Key features include Assembly Room where both documents were signed, and the Liberty Bell, housed nearby.