Ahead of America’s 250th birthday next year, Cumberland County Commissioners unveiled a commemorative bell designed by artist Phil George in Veteran’s Square in Carlisle to celebrate Pennsylvania’s contributions to the American journey.”It has a whole host of tributes to the historic figures of Cumberland County. It represents the beauty of Cumberland Valley from an historic aspect, as well as a natural aspect,” Cumberland County Commissioner Kelly Neiderer said.The Bells-Across-PA initiative is placing commemorative bells in all of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties.The Cumberland County bell was made possible through the support of the Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation.

CARLISLE, Pa. —

Ahead of America’s 250th birthday next year, Cumberland County Commissioners unveiled a commemorative bell designed by artist Phil George in Veteran’s Square in Carlisle to celebrate Pennsylvania’s contributions to the American journey.

“It has a whole host of tributes to the historic figures of Cumberland County. It represents the beauty of Cumberland Valley from an historic aspect, as well as a natural aspect,” Cumberland County Commissioner Kelly Neiderer said.

The Bells-Across-PA initiative is placing commemorative bells in all of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties.

The Cumberland County bell was made possible through the support of the Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation.