US Naval Academy Chapel Dome - Annapolis, MD - Domes of the (Under) World on Waymarking.com

The US Naval Academy Chapel is an important feature in the Academy grounds being recognized as a National Historic Landmark. The corner stone for the chapel was laid in June, 1904 by Admiral George Dewey. Four years later in May, 1908, Chaplain Henry Clark led a dedication service. Just twenty years after completion, the outside of the chapel dome began to crumble. The original terra cotta dome was replaced by a durable copper layer. The chapel dome can be seen from much of Annapolis.

The inside dome of the chapel has a ring of arched windows at the base. The dome itself is adorned with 160 five-petalled flowers, all of which have a light at their center, which makes the dome sparkle with light when lit. The top center of the dome also has a ring of lights surrounding an oculus window. This 20 foot diameter window was rediscovered when chapel renovation in 2009 uncovered the skylight, after having been plastered over for decades.

Hours Open: Mon - Sat : 0900-1600 Sunday: 1300-1600 open for visitors most weekdays, except when the Chapel is being used for weddings, funerals and memorial services, and other special events Address: 101 Cooper Rd Annapolis, Maryland Physical location is between Blake Road and Hanover Street

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