Balfour Park in Spokane Valley in Spokane County, Washington — The American West (Northwest)
The Liberty Tree
Photographed by Shirley A Stirling
1. Liberty Tree Marker
During the American Revolution, The Liberty Tree on Boston Common was a gathering place where Patriots could share their thoughts on liberty and sow the seeds of freedom. The Liberty Tree was our country's first symbol of freedom. On the morning of Aug. 14, 1765, the people of Boston awakened to discover two effigies suspended from an elm tree in protest of the hated Stamp Act. From that day forward, it was known as "The Liberty Tree." It stood silent witness to countless meetings, speeches and celebrations and became a rallying place for the Sons of Liberty. This tree is a living tribute to our founding fathers and is an inspiration for future generations who gather in its shade.
Erected 2024 by Jonas Babcock Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) and City of Spokane Valley.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Patriots & Patriotism. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) series list. A significant historical date for this entry is August 14, 1765.
Location. 47° 39.479′ N, 117° 16.081′ W.
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Spokane. It is also in the American Mountain West and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor. Globally, it is in North America, the Pacific Rim, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: M-R Military Wagon Road (approx. 1.2 miles away); Buell J. Felts (approx. 1.6 miles away); World War 1 Memorial (approx. 2.1 miles away); Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (approx. 2.9 miles away); Revolutionary War Patriots (approx. 2.9 miles away); The History of the Spokane County Interstate Fairgrounds (approx. 3½ miles away); Spokane Library (approx. 5 miles away); James J Hill - "The Empire Builder" (approx. 5½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Spokane Valley.
More about this marker. This memorial, which includes a DAR insignia, was placed in 2024 to honor our Patriots and the
Courtesy of Jonas Babcock Chapter
2. Members of Jonas Babcock receive recognition.
The marker is maintained by the chapter. A dedication ceremony was held April 26, 2024. The marker is of a protective-coated aluminum alloy 1/16th inch thick standard with a clear (vandal free) lifetime laminate.
Courtesy of Jonas Babcock Chapter.
3. Arbor Day proclamation by Mayor Pam Haley.
The marker is installed to the left of the blue and white DAR flag and to the right of The Liberty Tree.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 25, 2025, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. This page has been viewed 75 times since then and 44 times this year. Last updated on February 14, 2026, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. Photos: 1. submitted on August 25, 2025, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. 2, 3. submitted on October 27, 2025, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
