United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel - Colorado Springs, CO - Exact Replicas on Waymarking.com

This large replica of the United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel is found in the Air Force Academy Visitors Center that houses many other interesting artifacts as well as a gift shop and fast food. The AFA is free to visit. (visit link) for information about hours and restrictions.

"The United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel, completed in 1962, is the distinguishing feature of the Cadet Area at the United States Air Force Academy north of Colorado Springs. It was designed by renowned architect Walter Netsch of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill of Chicago. Construction was accomplished by Robert E. McKee, Inc., of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Originally controversial in its design, the Cadet Chapel has become a classic and highly regarded example of modernist architecture. The Cadet Chapel was awarded the American Institute of Architects' National Twenty-five Year Award in 1996 and, as part of the Cadet Area, was named a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 2004." (from (visit link) )

Where is original located?: On the grounds of the USAFA - open to the public Where is this replica located?: Iv the AFA Visitor Center Who created the original?: Architect Walter Netsch Internet Link about Original: http://www.usafa.edu/hc/ Year Original was Created (approx. ok): 1962

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