Knowles Memorial Chapel facts for kids
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Knowles Memorial Chapel
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Knowles Chapel tower
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 Location in Florida
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| Location | Rollins College Winter Park, Florida |
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| Nearest city | Winter Park |
| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1932 |
| Architect | Ralph Adams Cram and builder, G. W. Hessler of Jacksonville |
| Architectural style | Mediterranean Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 97001448 |
| Added to NRHP | December 8, 1997 |
Knowles Memorial Chapel is a beautiful and historic building located at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. It was built between 1931 and 1932. This chapel is famous for its special design, called Mediterranean Revival style. Because it's so important, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 8, 1997. Also, a group called the AIA in Florida chose it as one of the "100 Years. 100 Places" of Florida architecture on April 18, 2012.
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History of Knowles Chapel
Knowles Memorial Chapel was a special gift to Rollins College. It was given by Frances Knowles Warren to honor her father, Francis Bangs Knowles. He was a very important person because he helped start both Rollins College and the city of Winter Park!
A famous architect named Ralph Adams Cram designed the chapel. He designed many churches and cathedrals, but he said Knowles Chapel was his favorite. In the summer of 2007, the chapel's stone walls were cleaned and fixed. This work was paid for by a special fund set up by Frances Knowles Warren.
The Chapel Organ
The chapel has a wonderful organ that was built in 1932 by Ernest M. Skinner. In the mid-1950s, Skinner's company, Aeolian-Skinner, updated it.
Later, between 1999 and 2002, the organ was completely fixed up and made new again by Randall Dyer & Associates. At the same time, the Dyer company also built a brand new organ. This new organ was placed at the back of the balcony, around the beautiful Rose Window. John J. Tyrrell, who used to be the president of Aeolian-Skinner, was very involved in this work.
Stained Glass Windows
The chapel has a stunning rose window at the back. This window shows the seven liberal arts, which are different subjects like math, music, and grammar. The window was a team effort between architect Ralph Adams Cram and a talented stained-glass artist named William Herbert Burnham.
Current Use of the Chapel
Knowles Memorial Chapel is still used as the main chapel for Rollins College. The person in charge of the chapel is like the pastor for the college.
The chapel is also a popular place for many musical events. It's especially busy during the annual Bach Festival of Winter Park, where lots of concerts are held.
See also
In Spanish: Capilla Conmemorativa Knowles para niños
Gallery
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Knowles Chapel detail over entrance
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Knowles Chapel side view
