Hyde Park

United Church of Hyde Park

1448 E. 53rd St.

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Saturday

10am - 5pm

Sunday

1 - 5pm

Accessibility & Amenities

  • Photography Allowed
  • Restrooms Available

Architect

Gregory A. Vigeant

Year Completed

1889

OHC Appearances

2021, 2019, 2022, 2023

DETAILS:

This striking Romanesque-Revival church was originally known as the First Presbyterian Church of Hyde Park. The sanctuary has large stained glass windows, a uniquely painted ceiling and a 12-sided dome inscribed with the names of the apostles. In 1924, an extensive remodeling added Romanesque arches, pews and a cork floor. Then in 1930, the church merged with the Hyde Park Congregational Church. After merging in 1970 with the Hyde Park Methodist Church, it became known as the United Church of Hyde Park. The congregation is multi-ethnic, multi-generational and socio-economically diverse, much like the neighborhood in which it is located.

VISITOR EXPERIENCE:

Visitors will be provided pamphlets about the architecture and church history and can explore the sanctuary and fellowship hall. Church members will be available to orient people to aspects of the sanctuary and answer questions. Visitors are welcome to join the 11 a.m. Sunday worship, but the church requests that those coming to walk around the sanctuary wait until 1pm.

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