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Join Washington Memorial Heritage Executive Director Patricia Nogar for an engaging presentation on the Justice Bell, Katharine Ruschenberger, and the remarkable Pennsylvania women whose determination helped secure voting rights for millions of Americans. Discover the story behind this unique historic landmark and its enduring relevance today. 

Washington Memorial at Valley Forge is a 42-acre campus adjacent to Valley Forge National Historical Park. Home to Washington Memorial Chapel, Washington Memorial Heritage, and the iconic Justice Bell, the campus preserves and shares stories that have shaped our nation's history. 

Forged in 1915, the Justice Bell was commissioned by Katharine Ruschenberger, a Tredyffrin resident and leader in Pennsylvania's women's suffrage movement. Created to rally support for women's voting rights, the bell traveled throughout Pennsylvania to promote the cause and build momentum for passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. This event is free and open to the public, however, pre-registration is required.