Independence Hall, Tel Aviv is a historically-significant building located along Rothschild Boulevard in the heart of the city. This Prime Ministerial Advisory office was constructed from 1920-1921 by Landa and Felinski, architects who were responsible for many other iconic landmarks throughout Tel Aviv. Its design blended eclectic styles from both Eastern Europe and Italy – fitting, given that these were the countries of origin for most Jewish immigrants who populated Tel Aviv at the beginning of its development.
Independence Hall is best known as the birthplace of Israel’s Declaration of Independence. On May 5th 1948 (Iyar 5), representatives from different organizations, including political parties and labor unions signed all together a document proclaiming independence which was read out loud at 1:11 pm by then Prime Minister David Ben Gurion to an audience gathered in front of Independence Hall. “This rendezvous with destiny shared with Jews around world fills us with pride” - he declared that day.
Today, visitors to Independent Hall can expect to find two full floors focused upon interpretative exhibits surrounding Israel’s declaration on independence featuring replicas, documents and original artefacts dating back over a century ago when Zionist immigrants first settled in Palestine. There are also occasional temporary exhibitions hosted at this historical site.
Guided tours available in Hebrew and English provide an immersive atmosphere into learning how it all happened. The tours usually start off discussing aspects such as timeline leading up to Declaration as well artifacts related to early founders such Herzl and Nordau before recreating what happened outside National building.
Modern multimedia sources have been incorporated within interior design meant recreate key moments freedom declaration marking momentous statement for whole nation whose vision had taken many years realize come fruition during twentieth century.