Independence Hall
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David Ben-Gurion read Israel's Declaration of Independence here in 1948. The original auditorium has been preserved, making this a historic site of the state's founding.
Independence Hall stands at 16 Rothschild Boulevard. It was originally the home of Tel Aviv's first mayor, Meir Dizengoff, and was later converted into the city's art museum. On May 14, 1948, Israel's Declaration of Independence was read here. The auditorium has been restored to how it looked at the time, and films and guided commentary recreate the reading. The building underwent renovation and expansion in recent years. Check the official website for opening hours and admission, and book a guided tour in advance.
Opening hours
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Nearby sights
- Levinsky Market
- Neve Tzedek
- Florentin
- Nahalat Binyamin Arts & Crafts Fair
- Carmel Market
- Rothschild Boulevard
- Suzanne Dellal Centre for Dance and Theatre
- Hassan Bek Mosque