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Drafts of the United States Constitution

HSP holds drafts of the US Constitution written and signed by James Wilson (1742–1798), delegate to the Constitutional Convention from York, PA, and chair of the Committee of Detail.

Handwritten draft of United States Constitution
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Jul 1
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As Philadelphia’s Library of American History, we invite you to Make History Yours. At HSP, you can uncover surprising discoveries, explore our shared past, and connect with the voices that shaped it.

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As America 250 Nears, Students Examine Revolution and Reform at National History Day Philadelphia

HSP Acquires University of the Arts Records

NBC 10 News: Historical Documents on Display at HSP

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