Calendar
Native American Heritage Month
11/01 – 11/30
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the National Constitution Center is hosting a series of programs and activities highlighting the history of Native Americans, tribal governments, and their relationship to the U.S. Constitution and American democracy.
Native Nations: From Ancient Cities to Today
11/04
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, award-winning historian Kathleen DuVal discusses her new book, Native Nations: A Millennium in North America, tracing a thousand years of Native history—from the rise of ancient cities and the arrival of Europeans to today’s ongoing fights for sovereignty.
Friday Family Fun Night
11/07
Join us for a night of 1787-themed family fun at the National Constitution Center! Go back in time to the year the Constitution was signed and experience 18th-century-themed crafts and activities that are educational and engaging for the whole family. All activities are free with your ticket purchase.
Live From the Museum: Women Veterans in World War I
11/10
As we celebrate Veterans Day, join a museum educator live in The 19th Amendment: How Women Won the Vote. Together, we will explore how American women served their country during World War I as yeomen in the U.S. Navy and members of the U.S. Army Signal Corps, while others continued the fight for voting rights on the home front.
Veterans Day
11/11
In honor of Veterans Day, the National Constitution Center recognizes the dedication and sacrifices of the brave people who have answered the Constitution’s call to “provide for the common defence.” Museum admission is free for active duty and retired U.S. military personnel, as well as U.S. military veterans on Tuesday, November 11.
Storytelling with Retell in Rhyme
11/11
In this session, educators will dive deeper into Historical Foundations through Storytelling using the Retell in Rhyme NCC protocol.
Native Americans and the Constitution
11/19
In this session, attendees will delve into the comprehensive historical context of Native American history, examining its constitutional implications and their significance.
Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Still Matters
11/24
Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Edward Larson discusses his newest book, Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Still Matters. This book traces the idea of American independence in one pivotal year—1776—and explores why this year continues to hold significance today.
Museum Closed Thanksgiving Day 2025
11/27
The National Constitution Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27. We wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Weekend
11/28 – 11/30
Over Thanksgiving weekend, the National Constitution Center invites visitors to celebrate with a variety of special programs and activities. Visitors can explore the history of this national holiday as they learn about the Wampanoag people who lived in what is now New England, as well as the historic meal they shared with European settlers in 1621 and the events leading up to the harvest feast that year.
Sensory-Friendly Day
11/30
Visitors with sensory-processing challenges and their families are invited to experience the museum in a secure and comfortable environment. Sensory-Friendly Days incorporate modified programming, specialized staff training, and emotionally safe spaces for families.
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