Rees Memorial Carillon
Rees Memorial Carillon
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valliam13
Sorrento, FL380 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Do the tour! The tour of the Carillon’s is about 30 minutes and you learn about how they’re played and how they came to be and how they’re made. Then if you can stay or come back for the concert when they play, it’s worth it. The concert is about another 30 minutes and sounds just wonderful. There are places to sit and relax and geese to feed too. The tour costs a nominal amount but listening to the Carillons is free.
Written September 19, 2021
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wetravelalot007
Rossville, IN1,257 contributions
Sep 2020
What a unique experience. We had been looking for unique ideas to experience when we moved to the area. We read about this attraction in Washinton Park and noted it. We finally realized our goal to experience one of these concerts in September. There was an Art Fair being held at the park so we decided to visit the art fair and take in one of the Carillon's regular weekend concerts.
This Carillon is one of only a very limited few that is open to the public in the world. This is a bell tower comprised of 67 bells and is played by a carrillonist. It is a huge musical instrument.
The concerts are held at different times based off the season you are in. You can check the Visit Springfield webpage for the exact concert times but typically from May to September they are offering two concerts a day for Saturday and Sunday at 2pm and 6:30pm. They offer some weekday concerts but check the calendar for when they will have them.
This was an enjoyable unique experience. When you can experience something that you do not get to see often it adds to the experience. This place is unique and highly recommended. Will this experience fill you with wonder and joy, not likely. However if you enjoy something different and unique this is worthy of a stop. It is a free experience what do you have to lose?
This Carillon is one of only a very limited few that is open to the public in the world. This is a bell tower comprised of 67 bells and is played by a carrillonist. It is a huge musical instrument.
The concerts are held at different times based off the season you are in. You can check the Visit Springfield webpage for the exact concert times but typically from May to September they are offering two concerts a day for Saturday and Sunday at 2pm and 6:30pm. They offer some weekday concerts but check the calendar for when they will have them.
This was an enjoyable unique experience. When you can experience something that you do not get to see often it adds to the experience. This place is unique and highly recommended. Will this experience fill you with wonder and joy, not likely. However if you enjoy something different and unique this is worthy of a stop. It is a free experience what do you have to lose?
Written March 26, 2021
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Michelle R
Elgin, IL363 contributions
Jun 2021
I went to Washington Park to listen to the free 6:30pm Carillon Concert. Hint - I was able to watch the musician live on Facebook while listening to the concert outside! The concert was 30 minutes long and there was parking nearby. There are a few park benches scattered nearby, otherwise bring a picnic blanket or camp chair. The music was beautiful and well chosen with a theme. The night's theme was "Music for Children" and it was nice to see some multi-generation families out enjoying the evening with picnics. You can visit their Facebook page for up to date information on concerts or to hear previous concerts.
Written June 12, 2021
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Dwayneg
Imperial, MO310 contributions
Aug 2020
Check the schedule on-line. We went on Wed, they had theme concerts each week at 6:30. Fun to feel the power of the carillon. 67 bells, largest weighs 7.5 tons! Special hint, we found a monitor near the door that allowed us to watch the musician live.
Written August 25, 2020
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A L
Edinburg, IL19 contributions
Nov 2022
If you like bells, slowly played in a park setting, then you will like this. You also must be at least 80 years old - I grew instantly bored. Hearing chime versions of pop songs is excruciating.
Written November 14, 2022
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DavidnKristi
Springfield, IL5 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
Beauty for the eyes and ears! The Park District hosts various events throughout the year. If you are able, do the tour! Park is very pet-friendly.
Written August 16, 2016
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Susie62704
Maroa, IL60 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
I love the sound of the Carillon. It's great to sit on a park bench and listen to it. And if you get a chance to take the tour, please do! It's quite unusual, and they might even let you pound one of the notes!
Written July 25, 2016
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janrteach20
Decatur, IL93 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
We heard the carillon and went on the tour. It was expensive and cramped, but fun seeing the huge bells and looking out on Springfield and the Capitol.
Written June 2, 2016
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Dealia420
Springfield, IL49 contributions
Oct 2015
Like a midevil watchtower it looms over the rose garden, the children love to play knights and dragons around it while we wait for the bells. If you time it right , players come from all over the world to play one of, if not the largest bell tower in the world. Rings out across the whole park , super magical .
Written October 21, 2015
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Angie S
Tilton, IL19 contributions
Mar 2017 • Family
The Rees Memorial Carillon in the heart of Washington Park is a pleasant sort of surprise. The bells ring beautiful music for many special occasions, but also on a daily basis. Tours are provided too.
Written March 9, 2017
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