Pope Leo XIV will make a virtual appearance at the National Constitution Center on July 3 to accept the Liberty Medal, according to reports.

The papal visit comes as part of events surrounding the United States' 250th birthday celebrations. The Pope had previously declined an invitation from President Trump for what appears to have been an in-person visit.

The Liberty Medal is awarded annually by the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia to individuals who have furthered the cause of liberty and freedom. Past recipients have included prominent world leaders and civil rights advocates.

The virtual format allows the Pope to participate in the ceremony while maintaining his schedule and commitments at the Vatican. The July 3 timing places the event just before Independence Day, when the United States will mark its 250th anniversary.

Details about the specific nature of the virtual appearance and other participants in the ceremony have not been disclosed. The National Constitution Center, located in Philadelphia near Independence Hall, serves as a museum and educational center focused on the U.S. Constitution.