Copy of Declaration of Independence sells for more than $3.6 million at auction
A copy of the Declaration of Independence sold for more than $3.6 million as part of a USA 250 Anniversary auction
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A copy of the Declaration of Independence sold for more than $3.6 million as part of a USA 250 Anniversary auction
Two and a half centuries ago, Philadelphia witnessed the birth of America. Now, 250 years later, we celebrate a history woven into communities that tell the tale of a country that was proudly founded in Philly.
In letters to his wife, John Adams complained about the weather in Philadelphia multiple times as the Founding Fathers worked at Independence Hall.
"The Declaration's Journey" details how ideals in one of our nation's founding documents have shaped the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
A Philadelphia museum is celebrating the Declaration of Independence's 250th birthday — and clearing up some common misconceptions about it.
The Declaration of Independence is getting ready to celebrate its 250th birthday. The Museum of the American Revolution is celebrating with a special exhibit that clears up some common misconceptions about the document.
Back when our Founding Fathers fought for freedom, independence wasn't the only battle John Adams faced in 1776.
The American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia has a new exhibit showcasing rare printings of the Declaration of Independence.
As the country celebrates its semiquincentennial, a new exhibit at the American Philosophical Society is showing off rare printings of the Declaration of Independence. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
Independence Hall will be closed until Jan. 28, 2026, as the site of the Declaration of Independence prepares for U.S. 250th celebrations.
Historians at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are looking at Philadelphia's past to prepare for the future.
Inside the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are documents young and old that have given the United States of America a blueprint to this very moment.
Inside the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are documents young and old that have given the United States of America a blueprint to this very moment.
The Red, White, and Blue To-Do is taking over Philadelphia's Old City on July 2, the day John Adams wanted to be Independence Day.
The session would be on July 2, 2026, in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The former Pennsylvania governor will help raise awareness and ensure an inclusive commemoration for the big birthday celebration in two years.
A major military celebration representing every major war the Navy has ever fought in, a series of democracy-focused "fireside chats" and much more are on the way as Philadelphia celebrates the lead up to America's 250th birthday on July 4, 2026.
Volunteers are cleaning up the grounds and returning head stones to their original positions.
A 200-year-old engraved printing of the Declaration of Independence is on display in Old City as the nation celebrates the 247th anniversary of the signing.
A 200-year-old engraved printing of the Declaration of Independence is on display in Philly as the nation celebrates the 247th anniversary of the signing.
There are plenty of events outside of Philadelphia celebrating the Fourth of July
On this day in 1948, Congress authorized the creation of the Independence National Historical Park, which includes the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall and several other historical sites.
A discussion of July 4th with Louise Stevenson, professor of History and American Studies at Franklin & Marshall College.
A priceless piece of American history is sitting in a records office in England and the woman who discovered it was in Philadelphia to talk about its importance.
Harvard University researchers say they've discovered a second parchment copy of the Declaration of Independence.
