North Christian Church
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| North Christian Church | |
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| Location: | Columbus, Indiana |
| Architect: | Eero Saarinen |
| Architectural style(s): | Modern |
| Added to NRHP: | 2000 |
| NRHP Reference#: | 00000705[1] |
| Governing body: | Private |
The North Christian Church is a church in Columbus, Indiana. Founded in 1955, it is part of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The church building of 1964 was designed by Finnish architect Eero Saarinen (1910–1961) and completed in 1964. The church was the last building designed by Saarinen before his death. Saarinen's father, Eliel Saarinen had designed the First Christian Church in Columbus.
The building is hexagonal in shape, with a central spire which is 192 feet (59 m) high. Below the spire, there is an oculus that admits light into the main level. The sanctuary is located at the center of the building, with the altar located in the center of the sanctuary. Rows of pews surround the altar in a circle pattern, reflecting the idea that worship should be a "central" aspect of the life of the congregation. The lower level contains classrooms, an auditorium, a kitchen and an activities area.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ National Register Information System. National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service (2000).
- ^ .pdf on the church
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