The New York Landmarks Conservancy will host its annual Sacred Sites Open House on May 18 and 19, inviting visitors to explore the extraordinary architecture, art and history of diverse houses of worship throughout New York State. Participating congregations will showcase their buildings and community programs. This year’s theme is “Welcoming Our Neighbors” as religious institutions continue to offer social service and cultural programs serving the wider community. Some sites will feature musical performances, and special guided tours. Sacred Sites Open House is a free, state-wide event giving visitors an opportunity to discover remarkable architecture as a “tourist in your own town.”
“This year’s theme, ‘Welcoming Our Neighbors,’ could not be more timely,” said Peg Breen, President of the New York Landmarks Conservancy. “We hope people will use this opportunity to visit various religious institutions to increase understanding and acceptance.”
Congregations participating from the Finger Lakes region include:
•The Episcopal Church of
St. Luke & St. Simon Cyrene
17 South Fitzhugh Street, Rochester
Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
•Christ Church, Rochester
141 East Avenue, Rochester
Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday 1 to 3:30 p.m.
•St. John’s Episcopal Church
200 East Center Street, Medina
Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information about the New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House, visit
http://nylandmarks.org.
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