The Constitution of the United States turns 239 years old Sept. 17, 2026. Its signing in 1787 is recognized by presidential proclamation each year, and Sept. 17-23 is designated as Constitution Week. Our Constitution is the oldest written national Constitution in the world. It’s preservation of personal freedom is what sets it apart from all others and protects us from a government gone rogue. Constitution Day began in 1940 with congressional efforts to recognize attainment o