Independence Hall Receipts, 1778-1779.

Access and use

Location of collection:
Colonial Williamsburg
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Summary

Creator:
Independence Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

This collection includes eight receipts for improvements carried out at Independence Hall. Many of them contain helpful lists of the materials used to refurbish parts of the building.

Biographical / historical:

During the Revolutionary era, Philadelphia's Independence Hall was commonly known as the State House of the Province of Pennsylvania. It was constructed between 1732 and 1756. The Second Continental Congress held their meetings in the State House during the Revolution, and in 1787, delegates gathered in the Assembly Room to write the United States Constitution.

Acquisition information:
Purchase, 1999.
Arrangement:

Chronologically arranged.

Physical description:
8 items.