Twenty-Two Liberty Bells Set to Unite Philly Neighborhoods in Tribute to America's 250th Anniversary
In preparation for the United States' 250th birthday, the City of Philadelphia has unveiled 22 fiberglass replicas of the iconic Liberty Bell, each designed by a local artist. The mini bells will be placed at various corridors across the city, serving as a symbol of unity and celebration of American heritage.
In Germantown, Emily Birdie Busch's "Who's Your North Star?" bell explores the neighborhood's abolitionist history through a quilt pattern that also represents guidance and clarity in times of chaos. Nearby, Hunting Park residents can spot Andrew Daniels' "United Hunting Park" bell, which pays tribute to community spots like the local swimming pool and personal touches such as his grandmother's house.
Fox Chase will welcome its own Liberty Bell replica, designed by Sean Martorana, featuring geometric shapes inspired by architecture and bridges. The 30th Street Station bell also boasts a unique design that notes the direction of each side – north, south, east, or west – to aid travelers in navigating the city.
Other neighborhoods set to receive their Liberty Bells include Mayfair and Point Breeze, with designs such as "The Promise of What's to Come" by Symone Salib and "Celebrate Mayfair" by Alana Bogard and Madeleine Smith. Wynnefield residents will see Abigail Reeth's "Stories Tolled" bell, which features community activities like jazz nights at Triangle Park and lilac blossoms for the neighborhood gardeners.
The initiative, dubbed Bells Across PA, marks a unique collaboration between city officials, Mural Arts Philadelphia, and local artists to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Each design not only honors the history of its respective neighborhood but also serves as a symbol of community pride and unity.
In preparation for the United States' 250th birthday, the City of Philadelphia has unveiled 22 fiberglass replicas of the iconic Liberty Bell, each designed by a local artist. The mini bells will be placed at various corridors across the city, serving as a symbol of unity and celebration of American heritage.
In Germantown, Emily Birdie Busch's "Who's Your North Star?" bell explores the neighborhood's abolitionist history through a quilt pattern that also represents guidance and clarity in times of chaos. Nearby, Hunting Park residents can spot Andrew Daniels' "United Hunting Park" bell, which pays tribute to community spots like the local swimming pool and personal touches such as his grandmother's house.
Fox Chase will welcome its own Liberty Bell replica, designed by Sean Martorana, featuring geometric shapes inspired by architecture and bridges. The 30th Street Station bell also boasts a unique design that notes the direction of each side – north, south, east, or west – to aid travelers in navigating the city.
Other neighborhoods set to receive their Liberty Bells include Mayfair and Point Breeze, with designs such as "The Promise of What's to Come" by Symone Salib and "Celebrate Mayfair" by Alana Bogard and Madeleine Smith. Wynnefield residents will see Abigail Reeth's "Stories Tolled" bell, which features community activities like jazz nights at Triangle Park and lilac blossoms for the neighborhood gardeners.
The initiative, dubbed Bells Across PA, marks a unique collaboration between city officials, Mural Arts Philadelphia, and local artists to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Each design not only honors the history of its respective neighborhood but also serves as a symbol of community pride and unity.
. I mean, think about it, 22 mini bells just chillin' across Philly neighborhoods, all designed by local artists... it's like the city is one big party 
. And each bell got its own unique story to tell, you know? Like Emily Birdie Busch's "Who's Your North Star?" bell in Germantown, that quilt pattern thingy is so dope 
. And Sean Martorana's Fox Chase bell with all those geometric shapes... it's like a mini art museum 
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these liberty bells are gonna be EVERYWHERE 
! philly is so lucky to have this amazing initiative 
i love how each bell has its own unique design, like emily birdie busch's quilt pattern 
and sean martorana's geometric shapes 
. it's so cool that they're incorporating community spots and neighborhood history into the designs 
. can't wait to see them all in person 
! This is so cool! I love how each bell has a special story behind it, like Emily's quilt pattern that represents guidance... I'm definitely gonna check out Hunting Park to see Andrew's "United" bell in person! And Sean's geometric shapes at Fox Chase are giving me all the architecture vibes 
. The 30th Street Station bell is genius too, I can already imagine how helpful it must be for tourists navigating the city! And Mayfair and Point Breeze getting their own bells with designs that celebrate community and promise... gives me chills 
. I mean, it's already got so much character, from Independence Hall to the Reading Terminal Market... adding these little bells around the city is just gonna tie everything together like a beautiful tapestry 
. It's not just about celebrating America's birthday, but also about honoring the history and community spirit of each neighborhood... I'm totally here for it 
. And can you even imagine walking down the street and hearing a little bell ringing in your ear? It'll be like a symphony of freedom 
! I'm literally counting down the days until they're all up and running...
Each one is unique and special in its own way, like they're telling their own story about the neighborhood. It's awesome to see how each artist brought their own vibe to the design. I love how it's not just about the history of the city but also about community pride. Can't wait to see them all around Philly! 
What's your favorite one? 
!!! they're like, totally celebrating 250 years of america's existence & it's such an iconic part of our history 
i'm literally counting down the days till they're all installed
#BellsAcrossPA 
! Can't wait to ring in the celebrations with these mini-masterpieces 
anyway, i think it's awesome how they're celebrating american heritage and community pride with this initiative 
. 22 mini Liberty Bells? That's like, a lot of materials and labor involved. And what if they just get vandalized or lost? Like, have they thought about maintenance plans? 
️ 30th street station's gotta have some kind of direction vibes goin on 
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