Historic Heights church awarded Sacred Sites Grant
Briefly

St. Ann and the Holy Trinity Church, founded in 1847, has received a Sacred Sites Grant of $45,000 from the New York Landmarks Conservancy for restoration work on its tower and east façade. This grant is part of a total of $261,500 awarded to 15 historic religious properties across New York state. Built from 1844-47 by architect Minard Lafever, the church is a key example of the Gothic Revival style and features remarkable stained-glass windows from William and John Bolton. In 2018, it was rededicated as Pro-Cathedral, reflecting its importance in the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island.
St. Ann and the Holy Trinity Church has received a Sacred Sites Grant of $45,000 for restoration of its tower and east façade, marking it as a significant recipient of funding for historic preservation.
Constructed between 1844 and 1847, the church showcases Gothic Revival architecture by Minard Lafever, featuring a brownstone façade and prominent central tower.
The sanctuary is adorned with elegant stained-glass windows by William and John Bolton, recognized as some of the earliest church windows produced in America.
In September 2018, the church was rededicated as Pro-Cathedral, underlining its role in the establishment and ongoing work of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island.
Read at Brooklyn Eagle
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