St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
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St. Mark's Episcopal Church is a Gothic Revival church in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
that was designed by Richard Upjohn
.
It was declared a National Historic Landmark
in 1987.
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Jim Thorpe is a borough in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, USA. The population was 4,804 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Carbon County. The town has been called the "Switzerland of America" due to the picturesque scenery, mountainous location, and architecture; as well as the "Gateway to...
that was designed by Richard Upjohn
Richard Upjohn
Richard Upjohn was an English-born architect who emigrated to the United States and became most famous for his Gothic Revival churches. He was partially responsible for launching the movement to such popularity in the United States. Upjohn also did extensive work in and helped to popularize the...
.
It was declared a National Historic Landmark
National Historic Landmark
A National Historic Landmark is a building, site, structure, object, or district, that is officially recognized by the United States government for its historical significance...
in 1987.
External links
- St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Race Street, Jim Thorpe, Carbon County, PA: 2 photos, at Historic American Building Survey