Independence Hall closed for renovations linked to America's 250th birthday

Driving the news: Crews will complete painting, plastering, masonry and carpentry work throughout the interior of Independence Hall, per a social media post from the park.

• The preservation work is expected to be completed by Jan. 28.

Context: Independence Hall is considered the birthplace of America.

• It's where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and signed.

Meanwhile, the National Park Service has been rehabilitating other iconic buildings this year.

• That includes fixing up Congress Hall, Old City Hall, and the Declaration House.

The bottom line: Philly's historic buildings are going to look their best when tourists flock here for events linked to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.