Guide to Greater Cleveland's Sacred Landmarks

An informative guide to the Cleveland area's houses of worshipThe sacred landmarks of Cleveland and the surrounding area provide a fascinating array of architectural styles and often serve as visual focal points and social centers in the area s many ethnic communities. In A Guide to Greater Cleveland s Sacred Landmarks, author Lloyd Ellis describes the origins of the area s religious communities, outlines the history of their buildings, interprets their architectural styles, and provides details on significant interior features.Ellis profiles seventy-five Protestant churches, fifty-seven Catholic churches, eight Jewish institutions, eight Orthodox churches, three Mosques, two Unitarian churches, and a Hindu temple, and provides readers with fifteen recommended tours around Cuyahoga County. He describes each structure by explaining its importance as a religious, cultural, or architectural landmark, and accompanies each entry with an exterior photograph.In addition to serving as a reference to thriving religious institutions, A Guide to Greater Cleveland s Sacred Landmarks preserves the memory of the area s extinct or endangered religious communities, passing the stories of past generations to generations in the future. Anyone interested in greater Cleveland s architectural, religious, and ethnic history will welcome this well-researched and richly illustrated guide.