The Carillon Bell Tower, located at one of the highest points in the village, the Carillon Circle, has 35 bells. Historically, in medieval times, swinging bells were used as a way of notifying people of fires, storms, wars, and other events. The Carillon Bell Tower contributes to the community of Carillon Beach what carillons have given towns and villages for centuries. The tower provides both a visual and a cultural focus for the village.