Allegheny Portage

Historical marker location:

Emporium, Pennsylvania

( Marker is at the intersection of CCC Memorial Highway (Pennsylvania Route 120) and Sizerville Road & East Allegheny Avenue, on the right when traveling south on CCC Memorial Highway.)

Marker installed: 1949

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.