In Southern California, we are fortunate to have a replica of Independence Hall.  It's open daily and full of historical artifacts and replicas.  There are school tours available, along with speakers standing by to answer any questions you might have.  It's great to see the workers dressed in a timely manner and talk as if they were living in that historic time of our founding fathers. 

The thing that impressed me the most about Independence Hall were the framed documents mounted on the wall.  A photo and signed letter from President Reagan, actual books and journals from the time of George Washington.  It was amazing to "touch" history in this way.  In fact, a copy of The Declaration Of Independence was framed on the wall along with copies for purchase beside it.  My boys were amazed at how real it looked!  In fact, they became so interested in The Declaration Of Independence, they requested to go into the other room where actors re-enacted the signing.   It's was a great visual way to bring history to life.  Especially since our country now-a-days wants to keep God out of it - whereas, in the beginning that is what our country was founded on - prayer and worship! 

I would love to hear if you have been to the actual Independence Hall - I wonder how alike the two are.  If you haven't been to either...  isn't great when you see your child's eyes light up when history comes alive?  I love it!  That's the joy of teaching....