New Tacoma in Pierce County, Washington — The American West (Northwest)

Dedicated to You, a Free Citizen in a Free Land

Washington's Liberty Bell Replica

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, October 18, 2023

1. Dedicated to You, a Free Citizen in a Free Land Marker

Inscription. This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people of
Washington
by direction of
The Honorable John W. Snyder
Secretary of the Treasury
As the inspirational symbol of the
United States Savings Bonds Independence Drive
from May 16 to July 4, 1950, it was displayed in
every part of this state.
The dimensions and tone are identical
with those of the original Liberty Bell when it
rang out our independence in 1776.
In standing before this symbol, you have the
opportunity to dedicate yourself,
as did our founding fathers, to the principles
of the individual freedom for which our Nation stands.

This bell is one of fifty-three cast in France in 1950,
and given to the United States Government by:
American Smelting and Refining Company • Anaconda Copper Mining Company • Kennecott Copper Corporation • Miami Copper Company • Phelps Dodge Corporation • The American Metal Company, Limited • Steel supports by U. S. Steel Corporation's American Bridge Company • This plaque donated by Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated

Erected 1950.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Patriots & Patriotism.

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In addition, it is included in the Liberty Bell Replica series list. A significant historical date for this entry is May 16, 1950.

Location. 47° 14.749′ N, 122° 26.153′ W. Marker is in Tacoma, Washington, in Pierce County. It is in New Tacoma. It is on Pacific Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1733 Pacific Ave, Tacoma WA 98402, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Puget Sound Region

and in Greater Seattle.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast,

in the Pacific Northwest,

and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor.

Globally, it is in North America,

in the Cascade Range,

in the Inside Passage,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Commemorating Nihongo Gakko 日本語学校 (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Then and Now: South End of the Thea Foss Waterway (about 600 feet away); Welcome Figure (about 700 feet away); Murray Morgan Bridge Rehabilitation

Washington's Liberty Bell Replica image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, October 18, 2023

2. Washington's Liberty Bell Replica

Tacoma is the home of Washington's U.S. Treasury Liberty Bell replica. This is one of 57 (the historical marker is incorrect) replicas that were distributed across the U.S. states and territories.

(approx. half a mile away); George Francis Train (approx. 0.6 miles away); Old City Hall (approx. 0.8 miles away); The Shul: Talmud Torah - Sinai Temple (approx. 1.2 miles away); Birthplace of Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby (approx. 2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tacoma.

Another marker is no longer nearby. In Honor of Rossell G. O’Brien (was approx. ¾ mile away but has been permanently removed).

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, October 18, 2023

3. Washington's Liberty Bell Replica

While most replica bells are found on the grounds of their state capitols, this bell is found in the rear of Tacoma Union Station, now a federal courthouse building.

Liberty bell image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Shirley A Stirling, May 25, 2025

4. Liberty bell

Credits. This page was last revised on July 4, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 7, 2025, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 564 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 7, 2025, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. 4. submitted on May 26, 2025, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.