“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.” — Preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America
The Blessings of Liberty: The U.S. Constitution examines the document upon which our country was founded: the United States Constitution. Written to "secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our Posterity," the Constitution is short, simple, and often ambiguous. As the blueprint for our nation’s government, it represents a set of beliefs and a way of life. This exhibition seeks to explain the immense importance of a document that holds answers to challenging questions of government, cryptic though it may seem.
The Blessings of Liberty features twelve panels charting the progress of former colonies to a united nation. Panel topics include:
The Blessings of Liberty is an exhibition prepared for travel by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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Language | English |
Content | 6 double-sided panels 7 support legs |
Space Requirements | 96 square feet of floor space (8’ x 12’) |
Shipping Weight and Dimensions | Travels in 2 plastic cases:
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Rental Fee* | $250* |
Rental Period | 4 weeks |
*Rental fees are based primarily on the cost of shipping. Prices may vary based on current fuel surcharges or venue location within the state of Texas. Out-of-state rentals are priced on an individual basis. Please call for a rental fee quote specific to your venue.
The Blessings of Liberty press release.
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