The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

Description:
We share a commitment to resource stewardship with the global preservation community. We strive continually to learn and improve so that we may achieve the highest ideals of public service. We deal honestly and fairly with the public and one another. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences. We are proud of ti; we learn from it; we are not bound by it. We use only the best from our past to meet the challenges of the future. We embrace each other's differences so that we may enrich the well-being of everyone.

History:
Independence National Historical Park has been in existence for over 50 years. The park interprets the story of the American Revolution and the quest for freedom from oppression. The park is the home of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell both iconic symbols of freedom.

Contact people:

Beverly Morris, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Jane Cowley, Communications Director, (phone), (email) David Sillery, Administrative Assistant, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (215) 597-0042

Address:

143 South Third Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.nps.gov/inde

Directions:

Travel east on Market Street to Second Street, at Market and Second Streets, make a right-hand turn onto Second Street, take Second Street to street light at Walnut Street, make a right-hand turn onto Walnut Street, at the next light. . . (more)   Nearest Bus Stop: #57, #21, , 2 minutes minute walk For maps or information, please see http://www.septa.com/

Miscellaneous Information

Are court referrals welcomed?
	No