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U.S Census Bureau Celebrates Role in U.S. Constitution

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
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Today, the U.S. Census Bureau celebrated its role in the Constitution at events in Philadelphia next to Independence Hall to educate the public about the importance of the upcoming 2020 Census.

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  • Today, the U.S. Census Bureau celebrated its role in the Constitution at events in Philadelphia next to Independence Hall to educate the public about the importance of the upcoming 2020 Census.
  • The Census Bureau is well on its way to conducting its constitutional requirement of a complete and accurate 2020 Census, Dr. Steven Dillingham, Census Bureau director, said during a press conference at the Independence Visitor Center.
  • To mark Constitution Day, the Census Bureau held a news conference at the Independence Visitor Center and hosted an interactive historical exhibit at the National Constitution Center called Shape Your Future: A Census Experience.
  • The Census Bureau will begin advertising in early 2020 to increase awareness of the 2020 Census.

BrightView Landscapes and National Park Service Join Forces on Improvements to Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park

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Monday, March 25, 2019
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    Independence Hall, the centerpiece of Philadelphia's Independence National Historical Park.
  • Park Service today partnered with BrightView, the nation's leading landscaping services company to improve landscapes at INHP.
  • Wed like to thank the National Park Service for the privilege of working on this historic site and for helping to improve the experience for everyone visiting Independence National Historical Park, he said.
  • Independence National Historical Park is one of over 400 places within the National Park Service and is often referred to as the birthplace of our nation.

Civil War and Reconstruction Exhibit To Have Permanent Home At National Constitution Center, Beginning May 9, 2019

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Thursday, January 31, 2019
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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On May 9, 2019, the National Constitution Center's new permanent exhibitthe first in America devoted to exploring the constitutional debates from the Civil War and Reconstructionwill open to the public.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On May 9, 2019, the National Constitution Center's new permanent exhibitthe first in America devoted to exploring the constitutional debates from the Civil War and Reconstructionwill open to the public.
  • "The post-Civil War amendments that emerged during Reconstruction represent the most important changes to the Constitution since the adoption of the Bill of Rights," said Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center.
  • Artifacts in Civil War and Reconstruction will be generously lent to the National Constitution Center thanks to a path-breaking partnership between the Center, the Civil War Museum of Philadelphia, and the Gettysburg Foundation.
  • The National Constitution Center will host special programming to celebrate the opening of the new exhibit.

Sensory-Friendly Sundays Begin At The National Constitution Center In 2019

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Wednesday, January 2, 2019
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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the National Constitution Center announced plans to offer a more accessible museum experience forindividuals of all abilities and their families on multiple dates throughout 2019.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the National Constitution Center announced plans to offer a more accessible museum experience forindividuals of all abilities and their families on multiple dates throughout 2019.
  • The National Constitution Center will also develop free pre-visit guides as a resource for visitors to access in advance of their trip to the Center.
  • "At the National Constitution Center, we are committed to creating an inclusive space for all learners to feel welcome and be able to experience the important lessons about the foundation of our nation and the role the U.S. Constitution plays in their lives," said Kerry Sautner, Chief Learning Officer at the National Constitution Center.
  • The National Constitution Center is committed to making its facilities, exhibits, programs, and resources accessible for all audiences.