Print a Copy of the Declaration of Independence
The National Constitution Center has provided the three versions of the Declaration of Independence that can be easily printed. A text-only version of the Declaration is a PDF file includes the original spellings, and it is based on the Stone Engraving. The second version is a PDF file of the Stone Engraving from the National Archives. The third version is an annotated PDF file version of the Declaration published for the House of Representatives.
Text-Only Version
A text-only version of the Declaration as a PDF file includes the original spellings.
Download and PrintStone Engraving
This is a PDF file of the entire image of the Stone Engraving from the National Archives.
Download and PrintHouse Version
An annotated PDF file version of the Declaration published recently for the House of Representatives.
Download and PrintMore on the Declaration
Learn more about the delegates who signed the Declaration, its impact across history, and exciting new content and events related to its 250th anniversary.
The Declaration Across History
Read excerpts from historic documents, curated by scholars, that draw on the push for a range of visions for America.
Signers of the Declaration
Historian Carol Berkin shares definitive short biographies of the 56 men who signed the Declaration. This section also includes an engaging video for each signer.
America at 250 Civic Toolkit
The toolkit brings to life the Declaration, the Constitution, and enduring principles that define America. It features America at 250 multimedia content, events, and continuously updated resources.