Whispering Bells
A Tribute to Crispus Attucks
in Boston while protesting conditions
under the crown
These whispers of freedom grew into the crescendo of
The Declaration of Independence and the first ringing
of The Liberty Bell in Independence Hall
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Colonial Era. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list. A significant historical date for this entry is March 5, 1770.
Location. 39° 57.183′ N, 75° 9.1′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Chinatown. Marker is at the intersection of N. 17th Street and Arch Street, on the right when traveling south on N. 17th Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Philadelphia PA 19106, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Alain LeRoy Locke (a few steps from this marker); On this block in 1976 (within shouting distance of this marker); Benjamin Smith Barton (within shouting distance of this marker); First United States Mint (within shouting distance of this marker); On this block in 1899 (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Barrymores (about 400 feet away); Homeopathic Medical College of Pennsylvania & Female Medical College of Pennsylvania
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 28, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 150 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on December 28, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
