Historical Marker

The Solitude

Historical marker location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
( Marker can be reached from N 34th Street (U.S. 13), on the right when traveling south.)
Marker installed: 2009

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.