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National Constitution Center Description

The National Constitution Center is the first museum in the world devoted to the United States Constitution. Kids love its hands-on interactive exhibits, where they can vote for their favorite President, take the oath of office, or take the seat of a Supreme Court Justice. Kids with opinions and ideas can even email elected officials on the spot, and touch over 40 life-size bronze statues of the Constitutions' signers and dissenters. Grown-ups will enjoy seeing the tools used during the Watergate break-in.

Kid Tips

Toddlers & Pre-K: The touchable bronze statues are a big hit for kids who are used to hearing "don't touch."

School-Age Kids: Kids love the hands-on exhibits, and there are a lot of eye-opening ways for them to get involved.

Pre-Teens & Teens: The opening multimedia show is engaging, and opinionated teens will appreciate being able to sound off (via email) to elected officials who can make a difference.

Planning Notes

Go in the late morning or afternoon. School groups tend to tour the museum in the morning, so unless it's summer, avoid the crowds and go a little later.

Check the website before your visit. The Constitution Center hosts many special events and speakers, so check the schedule before you buy your tickets.

Reserve tickets in advance. Same-day tickets are usually available, but you can buy tickets from the website in advance with no surcharge.

Arrive 20 minutes before your entry time. Doing so will allow time for picking up tickets and checking in.

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