On September 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed by thirty-nine brave men who changed the course of history. Now Constitution Day is a time for us to continue their legacy and develop habits of citizenship in a new generation of Americans.

Constitution Day Events

America Reads the Constitution

September 17, 2009 at 8:30 a.m.

Individuals who serve the nation in a variety of capacities will be asked to read the Preamble to the Constitution.

Virtual Field Trip: Signing the Constitution

September 17, 2009 at 9 a.m.

Classrooms around the country join the National Constitution Center via live webcast in Signers’ Hall.

Constitution Celebration!

September 17, 2009 at 10 a.m.

Join in this demonstration about the journey our country took from the Revolution to the Constitution.

Naturalization Ceremony

September 17, 2009 at 2 p.m.

Immigrants from across the globe will take the Oath of Citizenship to officially become citizens of the United States.

More Events

Naturalization Test

Can you pass the test to become a United States citizen?

Which Founder Are You?

Discover your inner founding father in this fun interactive game.

Shop for Materials

Pocket Constitution
Pocket Constitution
The Pocket United States Constitutions are 9-by-22 inches and fold into an approximately 3-by-3 inch square.
Constitution Day Kit
Constitution Day Kit
Everything you need for a Constitution Day lesson and activities. Comes with lesson plan, DVD, pocket constitutions and more!