Historical Marker

Marc Blitzstein

Historical marker location:
419 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
( Marker is on Pine Street west of Lawrence Court, on the left when traveling east.)
Marker installed: 2017

(1905-1964).

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.