Do you know how many bells are in the Knights Tower Carillon? Or how many steps the carillonneur has to climb to get to the cabin?
For over half a century, the Knights Tower Carillon has rung out during pivotal moments in the life of America’s Catholic Church, from the solemn remembrance of 9/11 in 2002 to the triumphant election of Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025. This week, as we celebrate the anniversary of its installation on July 23, 1963, we invite you to test your knowledge about this unique historic instrument – take the quiz below!
Sources:
Rohling, Geraldine M., PhD, MAEd. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception: Guide and Tour Book. Washington, D.C.: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 2018.