Edgar W. and Margaret MacDonald Stanton Memorial Carillon
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.
Upcoming Events
Fall 2024
WinterFest - carillon music and campanile tours
Friday, December 6 - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Campus
Carol of the Bells
Friday, December 13 - 11:50 AM to 12:10 PM
Central Campus
Special holiday concert by carillon students: Mahri Antongiovanni, Carolyn Riedel, Elizabeth Severson, and Tanner Smith.
Weekday Carillon Concerts
Twenty-minute concerts are performed at 11:50 am each weekday. For Fall '24, the dates are August 26 - December 13, except September 2 (Labor Day) and November 25-29 (Thanksgiving Break).
Campanile Tours: Information
Music by Requests: Send Requests
Keep the Bells Ringing
Since 1899, the Bells of Iowa State have sounded across campus. They have become an Iowa State University tradition, remembered with affection by both alumni and campus visitors. Your gifts will Keep the Bells Ringing for years to come.
The Bells of Iowa State - An Enduring Love Story
All the proceeds from the sales of this book will support the University Carillonneur and carillon students and to expand the library of carillon music, especially that which is commissioned, to expand the repertoire for all.
Stanton Memorial Carillon Foundation
The Stanton Memorial Carillon Foundation was incorporated on Dec. 31, 1954, to preserve, improve, and further the advancement of the carillon at Iowa State University.
Carillon Society
The Carillon Society strives to bring together people who are passionate about carillon music and its tradition at Iowa State University.
Campanile-Carillon Model
This model serves as an extension of the legacy of Iowa State's beloved campanile and the carillon. It is used at various University events and outreach programs. It also serves as a musical instrument and an educational tool. Many have already enjoyed the musical experiences and learned the complex engineering of the carillon.