INDEPENDENCE 2026

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What is INDEPENDENCE 2026?

Launched in advance of America’s 250th anniversary, the INDEPENDENCE 2026 campaign brought together donors, partners, and supporters to strengthen Independence National Historical Park. Through the campaign, the Independence Historical Trust helped support projects identified by park leadership to enhance public spaces, preserve historic resources, improve visitor experiences, and invest in the park’s future.
As the INDEPENDENCE 2026 campaign comes to a close, we are grateful to everyone whose generosity helped make these projects possible. We invite you to explore the completed projects featured below and see the lasting impact of this collaborative effort.

What’s Next?

 

Our work doesn’t end here. Visit our Support drop-down menu to learn about the Trust’s current initiatives and how you can continue supporting Philadelphia’s National Park.

 

You can support Independence National Historical Park by making a generous donation to the Independence Historical Trust. Go to INHT.org/Donate to make an electronic donation via credit card or ACH, or you can also send a check to:

Independence Historical Trust

143 S. 3rd Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

(Please make checks payable to Independence Historical Trust)

 

For questions about the campaign or the projects listed below, please email Development@inht.org.

INDEPENDENCE 2026 Projects

Washington Square

Washington Square Ongoing Horticulture Needs

Status: Needs Support
Join Or Die

Join or Die Sculpture on Independence Mall

Status: Needs Support
Assemblyroom

Legacies of the American Revolution, a 21st Century Speaker Series

Status: Funded
Blinds

Blinds for Independence Hall

Status: Funded
Lawenforcement

UTV for Law Enforcement

Status: Funded
Interpretive Programming

2026 Programming

Status: Funded
BenjaminRushGarden

Benjamin Rush Garden Signage Project

Status: Completed
BenjaminRushGarden

Horticulture support at the Benjamin Rush Garden and planting of 18 trees in the park by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

Status: Funded
K9

Secondary K9 Dog for Law Enforcement

Status: Funded
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Photovoltaic Array at the Liberty Bell Center

Status: Completed
IndeHall_ramp

ADA Accessible Ramp for Independence Square

Status: Completed

Thank you to all the donors who have supported the INDEPENDENCE 2026 campaign, especially

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Office of Tourism

The Philadelphia Funders Collaborative for the Semiquintcentennial

Subaru of America and the National Park Foundation

Other Ways to Support

Along with giving a donation, you can support Independence National Historical Park in 2026 in a multitude of ways. You can…

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Volunteer

 

You can volunteer with the Independence Historical Trust!  Our volunteers support special events in the park, provide educational tours, and support the beautification of the national park. Click Here to sign up to be a volunteer.

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Advocate

 

Speak to your Representatives about your love for Independence National Historical Park! Your voice can help remind them why this park is special and why it is essential to ensure that it has the resources needed to welcome millions of visitors.

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Show Your Love

 

Show your love for our National Parks and the wonderful park staff who help protect and preserve our nation’s cultural and historical treasures. You can leave a comment on our online form. Click Here.

You can also send a letter, card, or postcard to park staff at the National Parks of Philadelphia.  Send your message to:

Independence Historical Trust

143 S. 3rd Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106