It was also the scene of dinners and celebrations.
Independence hall second floor.
Guests who tour independence hall during january or february may even get a chance to see the second floor of the iconic building.
The long gallery on the second floor of independence hall served as a reception area for visitors meeting with pennsylvania s governor.
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The second floor contains the.
These two branches of pennsylvania s government worked here from 1736 until 1799.
Have been to independence hall over the years and this was the 1st time be able to visit the executive chambers.
In the adjacent west wing the actual inkstand used to sign the declaration of independence and an original draft of the constitution are prominently displayed.
The first floor was used for the state s supreme court chamber and the legislative assembly room.
Independence hall touts a red brick facade designed in georgian style it consists of a central building with belltower and steeple attached to two smaller wings via arcaded hyphens the highest point to the tip of the steeple spire is 168 feet 7 1 4 inches 51 391 m above the ground.
During the british occupation of philadelphia the long gallery became a hospital for wounded american prisoners of war.
Tours of independence hall are organized by means of timed tickets.
The second floor tour is available only during off peak tour times winter and early in the day when groups are small.
Tickets can be purchased online or by phone toll free at.