The Constitution of the United States was signed in Philadelphia in 1787 at Independence Hall.

A significant turning point in American history was reached on September 17, 1787, when the Constitution of the United States was signed in Philadelphia. To replace the Articles of Confederation with a new form of government, representatives from 12 of the original 13 states convened in Independence Hall. By protecting individual rights and striking a balance between the federal government and the states, the document created the foundation for the American government. Independence Hall is still a vital representation of the nation's democratic ideals, and Philadelphia, the location of this momentous signing, has a strong connection to the country's founding.