U.s. History: Carpenters' Hall

Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia served many vital functions before and during the American Revolution. Among these are the seat of the First Continental Congress, the site of the War Office, and the home of the first public lending library in America. Follow "The Story of Carpenters' Hall" or examine the Hall's (and Philadelphia's) role in more detail through this site. Teachers: Visit the Teachers link for lesson plans and additional resources.