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Constitution Day 2025

Constitution Day celebrates the pivotal moment on September 17, 1787 when the United States Constitution was signed by the nation’s founding fathers. Although they acknowledged that the document was not flawless, they were enthusiastic about its potential to lay the groundwork for improved lives for citizens and to provide a framework for ongoing progress. They envisioned a system that would allow for continuous improvement and adaptation as societal values and beliefs evolved over time.

Celebrate Constitution Day 2025 with our Trivia Quiz

Here’s your chance to flex your brainpower, celebrate our foundational document, and maybe have a bit of fun while you’re at it. Test your knowledge and honor the rights that let us debate with the confidence of knowing we have the right to do so. Dive in and let’s see if you’re a constitutional connoisseur or just a well-intentioned patriot with a lot of guesses. Either way, you’re helping to keep our civic spirit alive! Make sure to take the quiz in presenter view for the best experience.

Take the Quiz Now

Want to learn more?

  • Visit the Library of Congress Website to watch a video on the making of the US Constitution. 
  • Listen to podcasts from the National Constitution Center to hear the insightful arguements about all aspects of the US Constitution. 
  • Download your own personal Pocket Constitution App for your iPhone from the National Constitution Center.

Watch USFA's video about the Preamble 

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The series' flagship event will celebrate the constitutional origins of patents, the history of inventor rights, and their continuing relevance in an era of rapid technological advancement. For more information visit the Virginia Tech News article here.