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First Christian Church (Columbus, Indiana)

USA / Indiana / Columbus / Columbus, Indiana / 5th Street, 531
 church, preschool education, NRHP - National Register of Historic Places, 1942_construction, Modern (architecture), U.S. National Historic Landmark

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The First Christian Church (originally known as the Tabernacle Church of Christ) in Columbus, Indiana, was built in 1942. It was the first contemporary building in Columbus and one of the first churches in the United States to be built in a contemporary architectural style.

The building, designed by Finnish architect Eliel Saarinen, consists of a glass-fronted main hall, with a tower and bridge section. Interior details such as light fixtures, screen, and furniture were designed by Saarinen's son Eero Saarinen (who would later design the North Christian Church in Columbus) and Charles Eames.

The building was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service in 2001.
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Coordinates:   39°12'10"N   85°55'8"W
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