Japanese Bell

Designer: Patricia Rutenburg

Embroiderer: Janice Murphy

Year Created: 1999

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The International Friendship Bell is made of 8,000 pounds of bronze cast
with images that symbolize the peace and friendship shared by Japan
and Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Situated in the Peace Pavilion within the
Manhattan Project Historical National Park, the Bell is among the
significant sites for visitors coming to Oak Ridge to learn more of the
city’s history during and after World War II.

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Chart includes two designs: Japanese Bell and Talahi Light.