Convention convenes at Independence Hall
- When
- May 25 – September 17, 1787
- Where
- Independence Hall, Philadelphia
After a postponed opening on May 14 for lack of a quorum, the convention assembled at Independence Hall in Philadelphia on May 25, 1787, sitting until September 17.
The Confederation Congress had called state delegates to Philadelphia to propose revisions to the Articles of Confederation. On the appointed day, May 14, 1787, only the Virginia and Pennsylvania delegations were present, and the opening meeting was postponed for lack of a quorum. The convention ultimately assembled at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, sitting from May 25 to September 17, 1787, where the framing of the Constitution was completed.
Sources
- Constitution of the United States Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
- Constitutional Convention (United States) Wikipedia
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