This Unique Wooden Church In South Dakota Is Truly A Sight To See
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When it comes to jaw-dropping buildings, nothing beats a church… why is that? Is it the ornate stained glass windows that many churches feature? The sometimes elaborate, sometimes downplayed architecture? Maybe it’s the history that surrounds many of these places of worship? While each church is obviously different, we know for a fact why Chapel in the Hills in South Dakota stands out from the rest:
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To plan your visit to Chapel in the Hills in South Dakota, visit the website. Please note that the chapel is seasonal and reopens on May 1.
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Places Of Worship In South Dakota
What are the most historic chapels in South Dakota?
In southeast South Dakota, you can find the Renner Lutheran Church located in the small community of Renner. This church was built in 1878 making it the oldest in the state. Today, it is on the National Register of Historic Places. You can read our previous article for a more detailed account of the oldest church in South Dakota. Another member of South Dakota’s National Register of Historic Places is the Zoar Norwegian Lutheran Church located in Day County. It was built in 1904 in a Greek Revival style. It is now closed to worship, but you can still drive by and marvel at its beauty.
What are the most beautiful chapels in South Dakota?
Aside from Chapel in the Hills with its unique beauty, there are several others that have their own lovely facades and features. The St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church was founded in 1886 and is located on the Rosebud Indian Reservation. Its facade has quite an eye-catching color and style. Once you go inside, you will be blown away by the beauty of the paintings and colorful stained-glass windows. It’s quite a remarkable sight! St. Peter on the Prairie is a gorgeous fieldstone church placed in a rural setting. Its gorgeous surroundings make this a truly special place to worship.
What are some of the most religious towns in South Dakota?
The Mount Rushmore State has many places to worship and many religious towns. The town of Faith is high on the list of the most religious towns in South Dakota with several Protestant churches. Aberdeen is a religious town with a synagogue that’s over 100 years old!