Located in Arlington, VA. This bell tower, or carillon, gifted by the Netherlands to the United States after World War II as a thank-you for American support during and after the war, represents the deep friendship between the two countries.
There were originally 49 when the carillon was first built, but the 50th was added in 1995 to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of WWII. The tower itself is 127 feet tall, made of steel, and has a sleek modernist design. Bells are played both automatically and by a live carillonneur (yes, that's a real title!). It regularly plays concerts and tunes, especially during national holidays or special commemorations.
Each bell was a gift from the Dutch people, and the entire carillon is a symbol of liberty and gratitude. It reflects how the U.S. helped liberate the Netherlands during WWII and later supported the country through the Marshall Plan.
The best time to visit is April to see beautiful tulips dancing with music.
