Moser Tower and Millennium Carillon

Moser Tower is a bell tower in Naperville that rises 50 meters (160 feet) above Aurora Avenue and houses 72 bells. This carillon installation ranks among the largest of its kind in North America and functions as a musical instrument played by trained musicians.

The tower was built in the late 1990s as a millennium monument marking the transition to the new century. Its completion brought a new focal point to Naperville and the carillon became central to the city's identity.

Carillon concerts ring out throughout the year, marking holidays and community events with music that echoes across Naperville. The bells have become a way for residents to mark important moments and celebrate together.

Visitors can use an elevator to reach the observation deck or climb 253 steps for an unobstructed view of the surroundings. On clear days, the vista extends far enough to see the Chicago skyline, making it a helpful reference point for understanding the wider region.

The tower's lighting system shifts colors to mark different events, from national holidays to health awareness campaigns. These colored lights turn the structure into a visual calendar reflecting the community's changing concerns and celebrations.

Website: https://naperville-carillon.org

GPS coordinates: 41.77004,-88.15672

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47