Architecure and nature in the Ozarks
The Thorncrown Chapel is a quiet and beautiful little church in Eureka Springs, Arkansas that was built by the architect E. Fay Jones in 1980. The chapel is nestled in the Ozark woods and seeing it appear out of the wilderness after a short walk is certainly a sight to behold. The church itself is around 50ft. tall and the walls are made primarily of glass. This helps bring the beauty and majesty of the surrounding countryside into the church creating a verdant and airy space.
The ceiling is composed of interlacing rafters which create geometric patterns that shine in the natural light. The effect is stunning. The Thorwncrown chapel is truly one of the most beautiful churches in the United States and one of the most unique I've seen anywhere. The church is generally open to the public (in fact, it's included on many tours through Arkansas) and you can visit from around 10am to 4pm during most of the year. The hours are a bit shorter in winter and the church is closed to visits in January or February.