Elevation of the Holy Cross Russian Orthodox Church, South Naknek, Bristol Bay Borough, AK
Summary
Significance: A number of historic Russian Orthodox churches survive in Alaska, built by Native congregations in traditional forms. The lines of this simple rectangular, gable-roofed church have been interrupted by a major addition between the existing nave and vestibule, a frequently used method of enlarging a nave.
Survey number: HABS AK-82
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Date
1950 - 1970
Contributors
Historic American Buildings Survey, creator
Schwan, transmitter
Location
South Naknek
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58.71556, -156.99806
Source
Library of Congress
Link
Copyright info
No known restrictions on images made by the U.S. Government; images copied from other sources may be restricted. http://www.loc.gov/rr/print/res/114_habs.html