Liberty Bell Replica - Hartford, CT
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A United States Department of the Treasury replica of the Liberty Bell is located in the Connecticut State Capitol Building in Hartford, CT.
Waymark Code: WMMF01
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 09/10/2014
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In 1950, the United States Department of the Treasury with the financial support of several United States companies cast 55 full-sized replicas of the Liberty Bell at the Paccard Foundry in Annecy-le-Vieux in France. The bells were given to states, territories and the District of Columbia. They were to be displayed and rung on patriotic occasions. This was part of a savings bond drive held from May 15 to July 4, 1950 with the slogan "Save for Your Independence." A Liberty Bell from this casting can be found on the ground floor, across from the escalator, of the Capitol Building in Hartford.
Visitors can tour the Connecticut Capitol Building by entering the west entrance. The building is open for visitors Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Guided tours are available at quarter past the hour until 13:15. Self-guided booklets are available on the first floor.
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