About Constitution Day
Each year on September 17, the United States observes Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, commemorating the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787.
The Constitution established the framework of the federal government and continues to shape the rights, responsibilities and institutions of American government.
Rider University recognizes Constitution Day by providing students and the University community with opportunities to learn more about the Constitution, its history, its principles and its continuing role in American life.
Explore the U.S. Constitution
Students are encouraged to explore the following educational resources:
Read the U.S. Constitution
View the original Constitution, read a full transcript and learn more about the document and its history.
Celebrating Constitution Day
Explore Constitution Day programs, educational activities, primary sources, videos and other resources about the Constitution.
Constitution Day Resources
Explore the Constitution, its amendments, primary sources, educational videos and the Interactive Constitution.
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Learn about the Constitution through educational activities focusing on the Preamble, Bill of Rights, federal courts, civil discourse and constitutional principles.
Why September 17?
Delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the United States Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787. Constitution Day provides an opportunity to examine the document, the system of government it established and the constitutional principles that continue to influence American government and civic life.
Take a few minutes today to read the Constitution, explore its history and learn more about how it continues to shape the United States.