Let Freedom Ring
Following World War II, the idea for a symbolic gift from "The People of the Netherlands to The People of the United States" met with generous response from all sections of the Netherlands. Queen Juliana presented a small silver bell to President Truman on May 5, 1952 as a symbol of the carillon to come. Her speech reflected what the world has learned from the war: So many voices in our troubled world are still unheard. Let that be an incentive for all of us when we hear the bells ringing."
Concerts in May and September are from 2 - 4 p. m.; June, July and August concerts are from 6 - 8 p. m. Climb the tower and meet the guest carilloneur.
Marker is on Marshall Drive near Jefferson Davis Highway.
Courtesy hmdb.org
