Sacred Places Open House
December 16, 2012 |
Center City Residents’ Association and an interfaith group of Rittenhouse Square houses of worship have come together to create a holiday season Sacred Spaces Open House. Twelve participating congregations will open their doors to the public on Sunday, December 16, 2012, from 1 to 4 pm.
A tour map and historic/architectural descriptions created by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia for this free, self guided tour will be available both electronically at http://preservationalliance.com/tours/sacredsites/rittenhouse and by pamphlets at each stop.
Congregants will be present to answer questions about their building’s architecture and history and current outreach activities. Some sites will also offer refreshments and music.
For local residents who walk past these buildings daily, this is an opportunity to enjoy historic, world class interiors and learn about the varied activities of the places of faith in our midst. For out of towners, the Sacred Spaces Open House provides an amenity commonly found in Europe where even the most humble houses of worship open their doors daily to tourists. Visiting all twelve sites makes an easy afternoon stroll and can serve as a welcome respite to the holiday season hustle and bustle.
Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/162497573874044
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Website:
www.preservationalliance.com/files/sacred_spaces_open_house_card.pdf |
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| Location Information |
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Various |
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Philadelphia, PA 19103 |
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| Contact Information |
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Steve Huntington |
| Email:
shuntington@hhflaw.com |
| Phone:
215-546-6719 |
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