Jefferson’s paradox: How one of the largest slaveholders penned the words “All men are created equal”

In the summer of 1776, Thomas Jefferson arrived in Philadelphia to help define a new nation — even as his own life embodied ...
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Source of smoke sought in Independence Hall

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Investigators are trying to figure out what caused a mysterious cloud of smoke inside Independence Hall on Sunday morning. A fire alarm at the historic site went off at about ...
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Are Liberty Bell, Independence Hall open during government shutdown? What to know

Planning a day trip to see some historical sites? You may want to call to check if the sites are open or not. With the government shutdown, many National Park Service attractions are either limited or ...
The Daily Item

Trump administration considers removing Independence National Historical Park exhibits for depicting American history in a 'negative light'

PHILADELPHIA — At Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, the Trump administration will soon decide whether to remove displays addressing the history of slavery. The park is home to the ...