Great Crossings

Historical marker location:

Markleysburg, Pennsylvania

( Marker is on National Pike (U.S. 40) 1.2 miles east of Dark Hollow Road (Local Route T876), on the right when traveling east.)

Marker installed: 1947

The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, was originally cast in England in 1752 and cracked during its first use. It was recast twice in Philadelphia, and the current bell has been on display in Independence National Historical Park since 2003.