2011 Press Releases

December 29, 2011

New York Times Correspondent Jodi Kantor Joins National Constitution Center for an In-Depth Portrait of the Obamas

December 27, 2011

Social Networks vs. The Bill of Rights - What Would the Founding Fathers Think of Facebook?

December 20, 2011

Through Service, Stories and Song, National Constitution Center Honors the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

December 19, 2011

Last Look: Two Critically Acclaimed Exhibitions to Close in January at the National Constitution Center

December 19, 2011

Julie Proulx Joins National Constitution Center as Deputy Chief of Staff

December 15, 2011

National Constitution Center Director of Theatre Programs Nora Berger-Green Named Creative Connector by Leadership Philadelphia

December 1, 2011

Take a Festive Journey Through History this Holiday Season at the National Constitution Center

November 17, 2011

This Holiday Season, Give a Gift that Truly Rocks from the National Constitution Center

November 9, 2011

ElectNext and National Constitution Center Announce Historic Partnership to Revolutionize Voting in America

November 8, 2011

A Taste of History, Thanksgiving Style, at the National Constitution Center

November 4, 2011

National Constitution Center and Philadelphia Eagles Score a Touchdown with New Partnership Supporting U.S. Soldiers Overseas

October 27, 2011

Bruce Springsteen Returns to the "Streets of Philadelphia" in a Must-See Exhibition at the National Constitution Center

October 26, 2011

From Feasts to Football: Free Webcast from the National Constitution Center Explores the History of Thanksgiving

October 21, 2011

National Constitution Center Salutes the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces During Moving Veterans Day Celebration

October 19, 2011

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Joseph J. Ellis Shares Insights on the Original Power Couple: John and Abigail Adams at the National Constitution Center

October 14, 2011

World War II Veteran Domingo Los Baños Participates in Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Open Fighting for Democracy: Who is the "We" in "We the People"? at the National Constitution Center

October 13, 2011

Hero or Foe? Bestselling Author Tony Horwitz Explores the Life of John Brown, One of the Most Controversial Figures in American History, at the National Constitution Center

October 10, 2011

MSNBC'S Chris Matthews to Discuss New Book About JFK at the National Constitution Center

September 21, 2011

Ira Lubert and Citizens Bank Lead Support for National Constitution Center's 2011 Liberty Medal Ceremony

September 19, 2011

2011 Liberty Medal Ceremony will be a Star-Studded Tribute to Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates

September 13, 2011

Richard Brookhiser Discusses the "Father of the Constitution" at the National Constitution Center

September 13, 2011

Press Credentials - A Conversation with Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates

September 13, 2011

AP-National Constitution Center Poll Reflects Volatility of the Time

September 12, 2011

Liberty USO and National Constitution Center to Host Lawn Party for Military Personnel and their Families as part of 2011 Liberty Medal Ceremony

September 8, 2011

What's in Store? Upcoming Milestone Supreme Court Term in the Spotlight at the National Constitution Center

September 6, 2011

Boogie Woogie Down to the National Constitution Center for a 1940s USO Canteen Party: Includes exclusive access to Fighting for Democracy exhibition before it opens to the public  

August 31, 2011

Millions of Students Across the Country to Celebrate Constitution Day with Free Webcast from the National Constitution Center

August 30, 2011

Adressing the Headlines: Can For-Profit Corporations Be Good Citizens? National Constitution Center and University of Pennsylvania Present Program on Importance of Social Responsibilty for Today's Corporations

August 29, 2011

Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor to Join Constitution Day Festivities on September 16 at the National Constitution Center

August 17, 2011

From Philadelphia to Latvia: National Constitution Center to Launch Youth-Driven Civic Engagement Program

August 16, 2011

Less Than Three Weeks Remain to Experience This Summer's Must-See Exhibition at the National Constitution Center

August 16, 2011

National Constitution Center Joins Philadelphia Community to Remember and Reflect on the Tenth Anniversary of September 11th

August 15, 2011

2011 Liberty Medal Press Credential Application

August 15, 2011

Fighting for Democracy: Who is the "We" in "We the People"? Unites Must-See Exhibition with Original Theater Production to Illuminate Real Struggles for Equality During WWII

August 3, 2011

2011 Liberty Medal Ceremony Tickets Available On August 23, 2011

July 26, 2011

National Constitution Center Elects Tom Gerrard, Michael Holston, and William R. Sasso, Esq. to Board of Trustees

July 13, 2011

Award-Winning Author and Presidential Advisor Jane Hampton Cook Gives National Constitution Center Visitors an Intimate Look at George Washington

July 1, 2011

Dad's Home! Discover the Real George Washington: New Views from Mount Vernon Opens Today at the National Constitution Center

June 23, 2011

Defense Secretary Robert Gates to Receive National Constitution Center's 2011 Liberty Medal

June 22, 2011

Making the Grade: National Constitution Center Hosts Annual Supreme Court Review

June 8, 2011

Let Freedom Ring! Celebrate America's Birthday at the National Constitution Center

June 6, 2011

The Hottest Deal in Town is Back! Enjoy all the National Constitution Center Has to Offer for Only $5 After 5 P.M.

June 6, 2011

Raise a Pint to George! Indulge in Colonial-Themed Food and Libations During General George's Beer Garden at the National Constitution Center

June 3, 2011

Christopher DeMuth Explores the Constitution's Impact on Government Regulation During 9th Annual Templeton Lecture at the National Constitution Center

June 2, 2011

Do the Answers to Philadelphia's Future Lie in its Past? Distinguished Panel of Guests to Discuss the City's Legacy of Liberty at the National Constitution Center

May 24, 2011

National Constitution Center Counts Down to Summer of George Washington with Twitter Campaign

May 20, 2011

Highly Acclaimed Spy Exhibition Extended at the National Constitution Center

May 19, 2011

Fight for Your Right to Play: Author Darell Hammond Discusses His Book, KaBOOM! at the National Constitution Center

May 17, 2011

Making the Law vs. Interpreting the Law: How Far is too Far? National Constitution Center to Host Discussion About Judicial Activism

May 6, 2011

Honor Our Nation's History and Heroes this Memorial Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center

April 18, 2011

What is National Security? Top Adviser to Presidents Reagan and Nixon Joins the National Constitution Center to Explore the Challenges of Securing our Nation without Compromising our Rights

April 12, 2011

U.S. Archivist David Ferriero Joins the National Constitution Center to Discuss Transparency and Open Government

April 11, 2011

National Constitution Center Commemorates the 150th Anniversary of our Nation's Most Critical Constitutional Crisis: The Civil War

April 8, 2011

Many Historic Philadelphia Sites Open During Federal Government Shutdown

April 1, 2011

Preserve, Protect and Defend Our Planet at the National Constitution Center's Earth Day Celebration

April 1, 2011

Shaken, Not Stirred: A Covert Cocktail Party at the National Constitution Center

March 30, 2011

National Constitution Center Makes "Dollars and Sense" of Income Tax Day for Students Across the Country

March 29, 2011

The Rise of Digital Democracy:  Explore Social Media's Role in the Worldwide Fight for Freedom

March 29, 2011

Put Your Spy Skills to the Test During Spring Break at the National Constitution Center

March 25, 2011

National Constitution Center, Ken Burns and PBS Partner to Support "Civility and Democracy" Initiative

March 25, 2011

Sing, Dance and Explore your First Amendment Right to Freedom of Expression at the National Constitution Center's Spring Fling

March 23, 2011

Adam Goodheart Marks the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War with a Gripping Account of How the War Began

March 15, 2011

How Can Your Next Career Change the World? Marc Freedman Discusses How the Shift to "Encore Careers" Can Transform Society at the National Constitution Center

March 7, 2011

National Constitution Center Debates the Role of Civility in Democracy

March 4, 2011

The International Spy Museum's Spies, Traitors & Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America Opens Today at the National Constitution Center

March 1, 2011

Last Chance to See the Critically Acclaimed Exhibition Art of the American Soldier at the National Constitution Center

March 1, 2011

National Constitution Center Elects Ellen Alemany and Jeff Shell to Board of Trustees

February 22, 2011

George Washington Returns to Philadelphia this Summer at the National Constitution Center

February 16, 2011

Should Terrorist Suspects Get Miranda Warnings? Top Supreme Court Litigators Debate Before a 9-Judge Panel in National Constitution Center Program

February 14, 2011

"Anchor Babies," Immigration Reform, and the Constitution: Panelists Put the 14th Amendment to the Test During the Peter Jennings Project at the National Constitution Center

February 10, 2011

From "Second-Class Citizens" to Supreme Court Justices:  The National Constitution Center Traces Women's Historic Struggle for Equality

February 9, 2011

WPHT's Dom Giordano Calls Citizens to Action with a Congressional Town Hall at the National Constitution Center

February 3, 2011

Hail to the Chief! Celebrate our Nation's Leaders this Presidents Day at the National Constitution Center

January 25, 2011

Donald Rumsfeld Launches Highly-Anticipated Book Tour at the National Constitution Center

January 24, 2011

National Constitution Center's New Blog Constitution Daily Launches with Live State of the Union Coverage

January 20, 2011

National Constitution Center Announces 2011 Journalist Fellows for Peter Jennings Project

January 19, 2011

Milestone Moment for the National Constitution Center and the Philadelphia Museum of Art

January 17, 2011

Grab Your Bingo Cards and Blotters and Head to the National Constitution Center for a State of the Union Viewing Party

January 11, 2011

Journey Through Black History this February at the National Constitution Center

January 5, 2011

When Should Increased Security Measures Outweigh Privacy Rights? Across the Country, Students Decide

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