The New York Landmarks Conservancy will host its annual Sacred Sites Open House on May 18 and 19, giving visitors a chance to explore the extraordinary architecture, art and history of diverse houses of worship throughout New York State.
This year’s theme is “Welcoming Our Neighbors,” as religious institutions continue to offer social service and cultural programs serving the wider community. Participating congregations will showcase their buildings, community programs and some sites will feature musical performances and guided tours, according to a news release.
“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.”
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.”
Participating Brooklyn congregations include:
- Congregation Kol Israel, 603 Saint Johns Place, Sunday, May 19, 10:00am to noon
- Moslem Mosque Inc., 106 Powers Street, Saturday, May 18, 2:00pm to 6:00pm and Sunday, May 19, 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
- Old First Reformed Church, 729 Carroll Street, Saturday, May 18, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday, May 19, 1:00 pm to 4:00pm.
- St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, 433 Sackett St., Saturday, May 18, 11:00am to 3:00pm and Sunday, May 19, 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
- Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Maronite Cathedral, 113 Remsen Street, Saturday, May 18, 1:00pm to 4:00pm and Sunday, May 19, 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 199 Carroll Street, Saturday, May 18, 10:00am to 3:00pm and Sunday, May 19, 1:00pm to 7:00pm.
For more information about the New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House, visit nylandmarks.org.
