The Council of Independent Colleges: Historic Campus Architecture Project

Norton Chapel

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Norton Chapel (general view), Keuka College

Norton Chapel (rear view), Keuka College

Norton Chapel (interior, looking toward chancel), Keuka College

Institution Name: Keuka College
Original/Historic Place Name: Norton Chapel
Location on Campus: Lake St.
Date(s) of Construction and Designer(s):

1964	original construction Unknown

Type of Place: Individual building
Style(s): (Glossary)
Materials:

Foundation: concrete

Walls: wood; brick

Roof: wood shingle (cedar)

Function:

ca. 1964-present	student union
ca. 1964-present	chapel

Significance: education, history, religion
Landmark designation:

none

Narrative: see below
References: see below

Narrative:
Norton Chapel, built in 1964, carries the name of former College President Arthur Norton. It is a miniature version of the Sydney Opera House. The site of religious services, lectures, alumni weddings, and other events, the Chapel is much used by the local community and sits prominently on the shores of Keuka Lake. The Chapel features a vaulted ceiling and majestic pipe organ.

References:

I. Bibliographic sources:

None specified.

II. Location of other data:

University: Library, Facilities Management Office

Government Offices