Athens in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Chapel Bell
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, June 19, 2021
1. Chapel Bell Marker
Inscription.
Chapel Bell. . Originally used to call students to classes, chapel services, and specials events, the University of Georgia chapel bell was cast by George Holbrook of Medway, Massachusetts in 1835. The bell's arrival on campus is shrouded in mystery, but it is believed to have replaced an earlier bell between 1903 and 1911. Now primarily used to toll Georgia football victories, the chapel bell has weathered stolen clappers,, rivalries, and a brief career as a World War II air raid siren. The bell has been housed in its present location since circa 1913, the tower and bell restoration were completed in August 2008.
Originally used to call students to
classes, chapel services, and specials
events, the University of Georgia
chapel bell was cast by George
Holbrook of Medway, Massachusetts
in 1835. The bell's arrival on campus
is shrouded in mystery, but it is
believed to have replaced an earlier
bell between 1903 and 1911.
Now primarily used to toll Georgia
football victories, the chapel bell
has weathered stolen clappers,,
rivalries, and a brief career as a
World War II air raid siren.
The bell has been housed
in its present location since circa
1913, the tower and bell restoration
were completed in August 2008.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education.
Location. 33° 57.398′ N, 83° 22.525′ W. Marker is in Athens, Georgia, in Athens-Clarke County. Marker is on Herty Drive, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 109 Herty Dr, Athens GA 30602, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Robert Toombs Oak (within shouting distance of this marker); Herty Field (within shouting distance of this marker); The Red and Black (within shouting distance of this marker); Holmes/Hunter Academic Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line);
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, June 19, 2021
2. Chapel Bell Marker
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, June 19, 2021
3. Chapel Bell Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 21, 2021, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 313 times since then and 54 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on June 21, 2021, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
