The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception - Denver, CO
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N 39° 44.408 W 104° 58.909
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Fifteen bells rest in the bell tower at Denver's Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
Waymark Code: WMFP0Y
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 11/11/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member lumbricus
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The John F. Campion family donated the fifteen bells, which range in size from a 3,500-pound D flat to a 525-pound G flat, housed in the east tower. The 210-foot-tall spires contain chimes cast by McShane Bell Foundry in Baltimore, which consist of 15 bells weighing a total of 17,725 pounds. (from (visit link) and (visit link) )

(visit link) for special activities which will include carillon performances (usually around Christmas and Easter).
Location:
1530 Logan Street
Denver, CO USA
80203


Who controls the carillon?: The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Number of bells: 15

Schedule of regular public performances:
The east spire contains 15 bells. The four main bells are rung before and after the 10:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday and on special occasions. (from http://www.denvercathedral.org/architecthighlights.html )


Year of construction: 01/01/1912

Structure: Bell tower on the east side of the Cathedral

Location web page: Not listed

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.
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