What was the name of the building that housed the Liberty Bell from 1976 to 2003?

The Liberty Bell Pavilion housed the Liberty Bell from 1976 to 2003.

The steel-and-glass pavilion opened on January 1, 1976, as part of preparations for the United States Bicentennial. It stood about 200 yards from Independence Hall and was intended to provide a more accessible, protective home for the bell during the expected surge of visitors.

The move was controversial because many Philadelphians feared that relocating the bell would weaken its historic connection with Independence Hall. The pavilion nevertheless served as the bell’s home for nearly three decades.

The Liberty Bell moved again in 2003, this time to the larger Liberty Bell Center. The older pavilion was demolished in 2006, so it should not be confused with the present-day visitor center.