Constitution Day

Constitution Day - September 17, 2025

What is Constitution Day?

Constitution Day recognizes the formation and signing of the US Constitution on September 17, 1787.

How can you observe and celebrate Constitution Day?

Learn more about the Constitution: to explore the Interactive Constitution! This resource allows you to read the original text and engage with the perspectives of leading legal experts as they discuss areas of agreement and disagreement about this foundational document.

Visit the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia—for FREE!

Use your SEPTA pass to visit the National Constitution Center and participate in one or more of the following FREE events:

Constitution Day Trivia Night

Saturday, September 13, 5 – 8 PM

Compete to win prizes in a historically-themes Quizzo and visit the Center’s galleries. Admission is free and open to all ages!

Free Admission to the National Constitution Center

Wednesday, September 17, 10 AM – 5 PM

The National Constitution Center commemorates Constitution Day by hosting an educational and interactive day of fun and engaging programming, offering free admission for all!

Celebrate Constitution Day with the Career & Civic Engagement Center by reflecting on your freedom to read!

Wednesday, September 17, 10 AM – 1 PM

Campus Center Main Lounge

Did you know that 2,452 unique book titles were challenged last year--the third highest number ever documented by the American Library Association? Book banning is a form of censorship and violates your First Amendment right to have free access to ideas. Learn more and share your thoughts at our information table.

Register to Vote!

Visit the self-service voter registration table in the Student Life and Wellness Center (outside of office # 117) for assistance in registering to vote in Pennsylvania. Staff will be available to answer any voting questions!