Throughout the twentieth century, the Bells of Iowa State have sounded across campus. Donated by one of the university's first graduates, the bells initially rang in 1899. Since then, they have become an Iowa State University tradition, remembered with affection by both alumni and campus visitors.
CAMPANILE-CARILLON MODEL a 1:5 replica of the campanile and a 27-bell carillon: Information
Upcoming Events (Spring 2020)
LET FREEDOM RING Wednesday, January 15 at 11:50 AM
A special concert honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Program includes hymns, spirituals, "Oh, Freedom" and "Lift Every Voice and Sing".
19th Amendment Centennial Commemoration Friday, February 14 at 11:50 AM
A special concert celebrating 100 years of women's suffrage.
Weekday carillon concerts:
Twenty-minute concerts are performed at 11:50 am each weekday. For Spring '20, the dates are Monday, January 13 through Friday, May 1, excluding Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (January 20), and Spring Break Week (March 16-20).
Campanile Tours: Information
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