This Hidden Spot In Iowa Is Unbelievably Beautiful And You’ll Want To Find It
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Rachel Morey Flynn
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It’s not hard to see if you know where to look. Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower at 100 E Lincoln Way in Jefferson has an observation deck that’s 120 feet in the air. This 14-story tower offers the most amazing views of the surrounding Iowa countryside.
"This Tower and Chimes, Erected to the Glory of God, are Gifts to the Citizens of Jefferson, Iowa, by Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Mahanay."
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This unique landmark sets Jefferson apart.
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His donation began the process of raising funds for the "Let the Bells Ring" campaign. The original 14 bell chime is now a 4-octave 47-bell carillon.
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Becky Greiner will play the 47-bell Carillon after the 5:30 pm tree lighting event at Thomas Jefferson Gardens on December 7th.
You can even rent the tower for a private lunch with friends.
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The observation deck is air conditioned and heated throughout the year.
The Mahanay Bell Tower’s normal seasonal hours are between 10 am and 4 pm on weekends only in May, September, and October. The tower is open daily between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 10 am until 4 pm or by appointment. Simply call 515-386-2155.
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