Edith Davis Eve Chapel carillon - Altoona, PA - Carillon on Waymarking.com

Constructed in 1970 and named after a prominent local educator, the Edith Davis Eve Memorial Chapel, located across the reflecting pond from the Slep Student Center, is available for use by all faiths on a schedule approved and regulated by the Center for Student and Civic Engagement. A circular tower, approximately sixty-five feet high and adorned with stained glass windows, houses a fifty-bell carillon that can be heard periodically throughout the day. (from listed website)

The carillon was designed by Schulmerich Carillons, Inc.

At a quarter past the hour, "hark to the chimes"

At thirty mintues past the hour, "hark to the chimes, come bow thy head"

At forty-five minutes past the hour, "hark to the chimes, come bow thy head, thanks be to God"

At the hour, "hark to the chimes, come bow thy head, thanks be to God, for this good bread" with the appropriate number of bongs.

Location: 3000 Ivyside Park Altoona, PA 16601 Who controls the carillon?: Penn State Univiersity Number of bells: 50 Schedule of regular public performances: On the quarter hours Year of construction: 01/01/1970 Structure: Part of the Edith Davis Eve Chapel Location web page: [Web Link]

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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