Loreto Shrine Chapel facts for kids
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Loreto Shrine Chapel
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Loreto Shrine Chapel in November 2011
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| Location | St. Nazianz, Wisconsin |
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| NRHP reference No. | 82000679 |
| Added to NRHP | June 7, 1982 |
The Loreto Shrine Chapel is a special small church located in St. Nazianz, Wisconsin. It was recognized as an important historical place in 1982. This means it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Chapel's Story
Who Built the Chapel?
The Loreto Shrine Chapel was built by a man named Ambrose Oschwald. He was a Roman Catholic priest who started the community of St. Nazianz. He wanted to create a peaceful place for people to visit and reflect.
Restoring the Chapel
In the year 2000, a big storm caused damage to the chapel. But the people of St. Nazianz wanted to save this important building. The St. Nazianz Historical Society worked hard to fix it. They restored the chapel, making sure it looked good again for everyone to enjoy.
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