This was our first outing for the year and it was at short notice due to weather. But the day was beautiful.
Only a couple months ago I learned there was a reproduction of the Liberty Bell below and behind the Court House (Union Station). Once I knew it was there, it was easy to find behind some bushes and trees.
"Tacoma has the third of 55 replicas that were cast in France to the same specifications (except for the notorious crack) as the famous Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. Tacoma’s bell was part of the 1950 bond drive and toured the state during the bond effort. Afterwards it was gifted from the U.S. Treasury to the state and then included in the restoration and reuse of Union Station into the Federal Courthouse.
The bell now resides in a hidden alcove by the back parking lot at Union Station. And yes, it makes a lovely sound when you ring it"
Thanks to Scott Mc. for taking this group photo.
--by Kate Buike
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