
North Christian Church - Columbus, Indiana
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BruceS
N 39° 13.794 W 085° 54.946
16S E 593582 N 4342849
Modern styled church listed as a National Historic Landmark in Columbus, Indiana.
Waymark Code: WM7EFE
Location: Indiana, United States
Date Posted: 10/14/2009
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"Completed in 1964, Eero Saarinen designed North Christian Church on a hexagonal plan, symbolic of the Star of David. A 192-foot spire supporting a cross rises from this, symbolizing the emergence of Christianity from Judaism. The sanctuary was placed in the center of the building and elevated; seating was around the hexagonal perimeter of the sanctuary to allow members to relate visually to each other during services. The landscape design is an outstanding example of the work of Dan Kiley." -
National Historic Landmark summary