17 Historic U.S. Sites Every American Should See

Independence Hall (Philadelphia, PA) - The birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.

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Statue of Liberty (New York, NY) - A symbol of freedom and democracy gifted by France.

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Gettysburg National Military Park (Gettysburg, PA) - The site of a pivotal Civil War battle and Abraham Lincoln’s famous address.

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Mount Rushmore (South Dakota) - A monumental sculpture featuring the faces of four U.S. presidents.

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The White House (Washington, D.C.) - The official residence and workplace of the President of the United States.

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Washington Monument (Washington, D.C.) - An iconic obelisk honoring George Washington.

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Ellis Island (New York, NY) - The historic immigration station that processed millions of immigrants arriving in the U.S.

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Alcatraz Island (San Francisco, CA) - The former federal prison and site of famous escape attempts.

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