The Bell Tower
This tower was built in 1824, on the site of a frame building. It long served as a guard house for the State Guard.
The bell was a fire alarm and was also rung in emergencies. In 1861-1865 it was used to call out local defenders, notably on April 21, 1861 (Pawnee Sunday) and on February 7, 1864.
Tower restored by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Bell donated by the Commonwealth Chapter, N.S.D.A.R.
Marker can be reached from the intersection of N. 9th Street and E. Franklin Street, on the right when traveling north.
Courtesy hmdb.org
