Bell, Lee Academy's Classroom Bell

From Madison Historical Society

circa 1860 (Date manufactured/created)

Lee's Academy hand-held school bell used by Miss Mary Etta Burr (1842-1924;  See flic.kr/p/ZHxfsY), the teacher at Lee's Academy in the 1860's.  Very loud!
It is made of spun brass or bronze, 10 1/2" tall (including handle) and 6" diameter.  The internal fastening rod for handle and clapper attachment is restored.

Accession/ID Number 2018.009.001

Classifications

Subjects

• Bells
• Bronze bells