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Constitution Day

On September 17th, 1787, thirty-nine delegates to the Philadelphia Convention completed and signed the U.S. Constitution. We observe this day to commemorate the signing of the Constitution and to think about how the U.S. Constitution affects us today.

Constitution Day 2020

 

 

On September 17th, 1787, thirty-nine delegates to the Philadelphia Convention completed and signed the U.S. Constitution. We observe this day to commemorate the signing of the Constitution and to think about how the U.S. Constitution affects us today. Please refer to this guide for resources, activities, and events regarding Constitution day.