Brownell Memorial Park Carillon - Morgan City, LA
N 29° 44.248 W 091° 10.404
15R E 676649 N 3291092
Quick Description: The Brownell Memorial Park and Carillon Tower is just outside Morgan City, Louisiana on Lake Palourde. Off Hwy. 70, just north of Morgan City, LA.
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 8/22/2009 5:29:18 PM
Waymark Code: WM728V
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Long Description:
The 106 foot tower contains 61 bells, from the smallest at 18
pounds, to a whopping 4730 pound largest bell. All cast bronze
bells, cast in Holland, represent five full chromatic octaves. The
small visitor center also contains an original clavier the
actual instrument that is hammered to make the bells chime. Now
controlled by computer programs, the bells still sound clear.
Location:
3359 Highway 70
Morgan City, LA USA
70380
Who controls the carillon?: State of Louisiana (Brownell Foundation)
Number of bells: 61
Schedule of regular public performances:
every quarter hour, and some in between.
Structure: Free Standing
Year of construction: Not listed
Location web page: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
An original photograph of the carillon is required. One of you and
your crew doing your very best imitation of Quasimodo and/or
Esmeralda will be most appreciated.