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Docent-led tours of the unique sanctuary, the magnificent Visser-Rowland organ, and the 56 bell carillon at the First Presbyterian Church.
Architect Wallace K. Harrison asked, “Have you ever thought what it would be like to live inside a giant sapphire?” With more than 20,000 pieces of glass in 86 hues, the dalle de verre of the First Presbyterian Church in Stamford achieves his goal of creating a building with “soaring space and jeweled light.”
The sanctuary at the First Presbyterian Church (FPC), a National Historic Landmark, is internationally acclaimed as a masterpiece of modern art and architecture. Inspired by the 13th century Sainte-Chappelle chapel in Paris, architect Wallace K. Harrison succeeded in his intent to impart the emotional impact of a gothic cathedral in a modern American church. Harrison pioneered the use of dalle de verre glass within the thin shell walls.
Centrally located in downtown Stamford, the 7 acre property contains the sanctuary with a Vissor-Rowland mechanical action organ, a 260 foot 56 bell carillon tower, administrative and classroom area, chapel, memorial garden, historic wall, memorial walk, and Fellowship Hall with a commercial kitchen. The buildings serve many people and organizations. And the large green space at the church is a neighborhood gathering place, attracting 18,000 visitors annually.
This event is FREE and open to the public!
A ticket is not required for entry. Tours are led on a first-come, first-serve basis.
