Beaumont Tower, Gothic bell tower at Michigan State University, East Lansing, US
Beaumont Tower is a Gothic bell tower located at the center of Michigan State University's campus, built with stone walls and detailed Gothic architectural features. Inside stands a 49-bell carillon that rings regularly across the university grounds.
Built in 1928 by architects Donaldson and Meier, the tower marks the location of College Hall, the first building for scientific agriculture education in America. This structure commemorates the university's founding mission in agricultural advancement.
The tower displays The Sower, an Art Deco relief by Lee Lawrie, which appears on its stone face and has become a recognizable symbol of the campus. The biblical inscription from Galatians carved into the facade reflects values that have shaped the university community for generations.
The tower sits in the center of the university campus and is open to visitors during daylight hours, with scheduled carillon concerts held regularly. Plan your visit around these concert times if you want to hear the bells playing.
The carillon started with just 10 bells in 1928 and was expanded over the decades to reach its current total of 49 bells for complete musical range. This gradual expansion shows how the instrument grew and developed as the university grew.
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