Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon IL
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Description: The Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, located in Washington Park, Springfield, Illinois, is a prominent 132-foot tower housing 67 cast bronze bells, making it one of the world's largest and finest carillons. Established in 1962, the carillon was a gift from Senator Thomas Rees, a former publisher of the Illinois State Register, who developed a passion for carillons during his European travels. Visitors can enjoy regular concerts featuring a diverse range of music, from classical to contemporary, and the annual International Carillon Festival each June, which attracts renowned carillonneurs from around the globe. The carillon is open to the public, offering tours that provide insight into its history and the intricate mechanics of bell music.