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Phoenix Flies: Tour of Druid Hills Presbyterian Church

Tour this French Gothic inspired sanctuary erected during World War II. What particular concerns plague Gothic structure? How did Medieval techniques and aesthetics create its hand-crafted stained glass windows and how will 21st century technology help preserve them? See and hear the workings of the Aeolian-Skinner organ and learn about the challenges of its preservation. Go on an “organ crawl” and finger the console. Also learn how this congregation faces the architectural challenges of creating intimacy in what was one of the largest gathering spaces in the city. The tour will close with a brief organ recital showcasing the church’s 1940 Aeolian-Skinner Pipe Organ, the oldest in Atlanta.

This event is appropriate for young preservationists over 10 years of age.  Reservations required. 

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