St. Bernard Catholic Church, Akron
The original church was built in 1861, on the current site of the National Inventor's Hall of Fame S.T.E.M. school. The current church building was begun in 1902, and opened in 1905. Saint Bernard Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. This wonderful building was designed in German-Romanesque architectural style with a Baroque influence. It is characterized by monochromatic stone, many arches and twin bell towers, thus resembling imposing European cathedrals. The church's interior is also noteworthy for its marble altar, wall decorations and pictures.
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St. Bernard Catholic Church on Map
Sight Name: St. Bernard Catholic Church
Sight Location: Akron, USA (See walking tours in Akron)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Akron, USA (See walking tours in Akron)
Sight Type: Religious
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