Visit the First Presbyterian Church in Stamford, CT nicknamed “The Fish Church,” for docent-led tours that will introduce visitors to the unique sanctuary, the magnificent Visser Rowland organ and the 56-bell carillon. The superior acoustics will be demonstrated by Kevin Bailey, Minister of Music. The carillon will be played throughout the day; tours of the carillon are available, but space is limited. This event is part of Docomomo US Tour Day 2022.

Architect Wallace K. Harrison asked, “Have you ever thought what it would be like to live inside a giant sapphire?” With more than 20,000 pieces of glass in 86 hues, the dalle de verre of the First Presbyterian Church in Stamford achieves his goal of creating a building with “soaring space and jeweled light.. The acoustics of the sanctuary drove the form of the building which resembles a fish, thus its nickname. In 2020, The Fish Church was recognized as a National Historic Landmark.

This tour is sponsored by Highland Green Foundation.

Saturday October 8, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Stamford, CT
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