Franklin in Crawford County, Kansas — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Church Bell from St. Philip Neri Catholic Church
Established in Franklin from 1915-2004. Bell installed at this location November, 2005
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Communications. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 2005.
Location. 37° 31.249′ N, 94° 42.313′ W. Marker is in Franklin, Kansas, in Crawford County. Marker is at the intersection of Broadway (Business U.S. 69) and 7th Street, on the right when traveling south on Broadway. Marker and bell are at the Franklin Community Center/Miners Hall Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 701 South Broadway, Franklin KS 66735, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Franklin Sidewalk (within shouting distance of this marker); Buffalo Cupola & Forge Blower (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dragline Bucket (about 300 feet away); Coal Mine Hoist (about 300 feet away); Trolley / Street Car Rails (about 700 feet away); Franklin Grade School and Playground (about 700 feet away); William B. and Athlyn C. Pritchett (about 700 feet away); Franklin Community Park Sign (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Franklin.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 16, 2014, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 410 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 16, 2014, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.