A day at the National Constitution Center is a day your group are likely to remember for the rest of their lives. Visitors of all ages will come to understand the freedoms and struggles of our great nation by participating directly in fun, exciting activities that engage their hearts and minds.
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Core Exhibition
Student/youth groups (of 20 or more)
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$7.50
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Adult groups (of 20 or more)
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$9.00
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Main Exhibition
Student/youth: $7.50
Adult: $9
From Asbury Park to
the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen
February 17 – September 3,
2012
Student/Youth
: $10 (includes admission to the
Main Exhibition)
Adult:
$15 (includes admission to the Main
Exhibition)
Prohibition
October 19, 2012 – April
30, 2013
Student/Youth
: $10.50
(includes admission to the Main
Exhibition)
Adult:
$12
(includes admission to the Main Exhibition)
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Chaperones - A minimum of 1 chaperone per 10 children under 18 is required. Chaperone tickets are free, but chaperones in excess of the required minimum will be charged the group ticket price. Chaperones must accompany children at all times.
All groups that are not students/youth will receive one complimentary ticket for every 40 purchased.
All pricing subject to change.
Scholarships and Free Pre-visit Admission for Educators
Contact a Group Sales Representative for details and availability.
A complimentary planning pass for educators allows free admission to the Center before your reserved school group visit. Bring your Class Visit Activities Guide along with faculty identification, and spend the day planning and getting an idea of how to maximize your students' experience.
Reservations
Reservations are necessary for all group visits since the National Constitution Center exhibit experience begins with “Freedom Rising”, a timed show in the Kimmel Theater. Although the length of each group’s stay will vary, we recommend allowing 1 ½ hours to fully enjoy all the museum has to offer. We ask groups to arrive 15 minutes prior to their show time. To ensureyour preferred choices in dates and times, please plan well in advance and call the Group Sales Department to make a reservation.
Once your visit is booked, you will promptly receive a letter of agreement to sign, a confirmation letter and, closer to the visit date, “Your guided to a Great Visit” pre-visit packet which includes a Class Visit Activity Guide.
Museum Programs
We are proud to offer an array of energizing field trip experiences for the school year. These themed days are aligned with National and State standards and use our Center in new and innovative ways.
Lunchroom
Advanced reservations are required ($15 per group) for student/youth groups choosing to bring bagged lunches. Please check lunchroom availability with your group sales representative when booking your visit. Individual lunches must be bagged/boxed together with your group's name clearly labeled on it. Lunchroom fee is non-refundable.
Download the Boxed Lunch Order Form.
Payment
Deposit policy
A 25% non-refundable deposit is due 10 days after the reservation is made. Deposits can be paid over the phone with any major credit card except Discover. Failure to pay the deposit may result in the cancellation of your group's reservation.
*Purchase Orders (P.O.)
are also an acceptable method of payment. The P.O. must be received 10 days prior to the group visit. They will not be accepted on the day of the visit.
Final Count and Payment Policy
Final count and balance are due 7 days prior to the group visit. Group count cannot be decreased on the day of group visit. Groups booking within 7 days of a visit will be required to sign the Letter of Agreement and provide full payment via credit card upon making reservation. If paying by a check, please make checks payable to the National Constitution Center. Any overpayments may be applied to a future visit. All payments are non-refundable. Failure to pay the final balance may result in the cancellation of your group’s reservation.
Cancellation Policy
Please notify the Group Sales department 72 hours in advance if your group must cancel. All payments are non-refundable. Reservation may be rescheduled based on availability. All payments will be applied to a future visit.
Educator's Planning Guide
Each reserved school visit receives a Class Visit Activities Guide for Elementary, Middle, and High School students complete with pre/post–visit lesson plans and on-site activity sheets
Bus Arrival and Departure
Independence Transportation Center
We encourage school groups to arrive by bus. Motorcoach and bus unloading and loading will take place at the Independence Transportation Center (ITC) located adjacent to the Center. Buses should enter the ITC off Race Street, before 5th Street. The bus parking lot is just a few blocks away, and the daily parking rate is $20 per bus. The bus driver will be asked to pay the parking lot attendant directly. Payment for bus parking will not be accepted by the National Constitution Center.
Independence Transportation Center and Parking Facility Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How long can the motor coaches stay at this area?
A. Motor coaches will be allowed to remain in the area for 10-15 minutes to load or unload passengers, depending on the volume of traffic. Hours of operation for the ITC will be 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. After dropping off their groups, the drivers will then be directed to a designated parking facility on Callowhill Street between Front and Second Streets, where they will be allowed to park for the day or overnight. This brand new facility has 40 spots for motor coach parking.
Q. Is there a fee to park?
A. The cost for parking for the day will be $20 and will be collected upon entry to the ITC drop-off location. Overnight parking is available for $30. Motor coach drivers will have full use of the new air conditioned facilities, which feature bathrooms and showers, televisions, sleeping lounges and vending machines. They will also be given coupons for local restaurant and family entertainment venues.
Q. Where do I pay?
A. Parking fees during the day will be collected at the ITC drop-off location or at the parking facility. For evening or overnight motor coach parking, fees will be collected at the parking facility on Callowhill Street. Reservations for evening hours and overnight parking can be made before 5:00 p.m. by calling 215-925-3706.
Q. Will motor coaches have in and out privileges to the parking facility once they have paid?
A. Yes, motor coaches can come and go to the bus parking facility after they have paid for parking at the ITC. Motor coaches will receive a receipt upon entry that should be displayed on the windshield.
Q. When does this new parking take effect?
A. The new parking locations in the historic district went into effect July 7, 2003. The facility will be used all year long.
Q. Who oversees the parking facility?
A. The operator of the bus parking facility is DLC Management Inc.