Carpenters' Hall hosted the First Continental Congress in 1774 and remains the home of the Carpenters' Company. The building links Philadelphia's skilled building trades with the political debates that preceded independence.
Plan your visit
Look for the hall set back from Chestnut Street and take time to explore the surrounding historic streets. The organization's website lists visiting arrangements, exhibitions and events; combine the stop with the Museum of the American Revolution.
Official Carpenters’ Hall website and visitor information
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