Carol, Michelle (Ashley's friend), Ashley, Rachel, Eric and Sammi in front of the BELL. We had to clear a security check point to get into the new building which is nicely laid out with lots of descriptive displays for those who need to read and be informed. We charged thru pretty fast, as we actually went to Philly to get a Hertz rental car for Eric. He goes to Arlington VA tomorrow.
Here is the bell with its 'famous' crack. Had to take this fast, as a large line of folks was right behind me. We don't know any of the people in the background, so don't ask!!
Independence Hall is outside and across the street to the South. When we moved to Pennsylvania in 1971 thru 1973 we went to see the bell several times and it was displayed in the hall just behind the white door. We didn't have to wait or even hunt for parking in the early 70's, but today is quite different. Parking was $10 for the first hour. We stayed 2 hrs and it cost $15. We wanted to tour Indepence Hall but several tour tickets had been handed out and we would have had to wait for a 3pm tour -- it was about 12:30. Decided to go someplace for a Philly cheesesteak for lunch.
This is a view of the south bell building front glass wall. We were headed for Campo's to order a sandwich. To the right is a large green space.
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