Courthouse Bell Tower Carillon - Philipsburg, Sint Maarten - Carillon on Waymarking.com

Philipsburg's historic courthouse is one of the oldest buildings on the island. The wooden building was built in 1793, and has been renovated several times over the years. This relic from the past was originally the home of the town's founder, Commander John Philips.

In the past it has been used as a jail, a fire station and a post office. Today it is used solely as a court of law. The bell tower houses a 25 bell carillon. The Pineapple on the bell tower is an international symbol of welcome.

Australian master shipwright Frank Gonsalves carved the pineapple in 1996, to replace the original, which blew away in a storm.

One can see a model of the courthouse on the first floor of the building that also shows the welcoming pineapple.

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Location: Front Street, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Who controls the carillon?: Philipsburg Courthouse Number of bells: 25 Structure: Inside a bell/clock tower Location web page: [Web Link] Schedule of regular public performances: Not listed Year of construction: 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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Date Logged Log   03/20/2019 Mochito on Tour visited it