We are on a mission to celebrate and restore bells in America.

The National Bell Festival rings in the New Year with community events across the United States and across the world. We also work throughout the year to restore bells and bell towers to their former thundering glory.

Put a ring on it.

Celebrate

Experience bells like never before and ring in the New Year at our annual community festival.

Restore

Keep America ringing by investing in the care and restoration of heritage bells and bell towers.

Cast

Commission new bells and installations to support bell making traditions and innovations.

Record

Research, record, and report on our nation’s bell ringing and bell making heritage.

FEATURED BELLS

The bell of freedom cannot be unrung.

Plans for the Emancipation Bells take shape in Washington, D.C.

Woman paints the USAF insignia star on a plane wing

Remember the ladies.

A grand new bell is commissioned for the U.S. Semiquincentennial.

What the bell?

Death of a President

The death of a president is a moment of national significance, marking the loss of a figure who held the country’s highest office and carried its immense…

Death of a Statesman

A statesman is a respected public leader known for wisdom, integrity, and a commitment to serving the broader good rather than personal or political gain.…

Community Tragedy

Community tragedies, such as mass shootings, air and space accidents, or sudden environmental disasters, can leave a deep and lasting impact on not only…

Lying in State / Lying in Honor

Any person who has rendered distinguished service to the nation may lie in state (in the case of government officials and military officers) or in honor (in…

FEATURED COLLECTION

Bells at Sea

Discover fascinating stories about ship's bells.

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Make it ring.

We are an all-volunteer team. Join us in our mission by making a contribution today. 100% of every donation goes directly to programs and projects that keep bells ringing.

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