St. John the Theologian Russian Orthodox Church, Perryville, Lake & Peninsula Borough, AK
Summary
Significance: A number of historic Russian Orthodox churches survive in Alaska, built by Native congregations in traditional forms. Built in about 1912, the Perryville church has received several additions, reflecting a growing congregation. The gable-roofed nave is flanked by hip-roofed sanctuary and vestibule.
Survey number: HABS AK-72
Tags
Date
1950 - 1970
Contributors
Historic American Buildings Survey, creator
Schwan, transmitter
Jandoli, Liz, transmitter
Location
Mentasta Lake (Alaska), 62.92111, -143.76917
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
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