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US marks Constitution Day
The gist
The US marks Constitution Day on Sept 17, the anniversary of the 1787 signing in Philadelphia.
Universities and bars pair the observance with voter registration and civic-engagement events.
How it unfolded
- Sep 17, 178739 of the 55 delegates attending the Constitutional Convention signed the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia.
- 2004Congress passed legislation establishing Constitution and Citizenship Day, a federal holiday commemorating the ratification of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.
- Sep 14, 2026The University of Scranton published an announcement of upcoming Constitution Day activities and resources.