Kirkpatrick Chapel

Kirkpatrick Chapel is a historic chapel located in Highland Park, New Jersey. The chapel was built in 1855 and is one of the oldest buildings in the borough. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.

The Kirkpatrick Chapel is a Gothic Revival style building. It is constructed of brick and has a gable roof. The chapel has a bell tower with a spire that reaches a height of 60 feet (18 meters). The interior of the chapel features stained glass windows and wooden pews.

History

The Kirkpatrick Chapel was built by John C. Kirkpatrick, a local businessman. Kirkpatrick donated the chapel to the borough of Highland Park in 1855. The chapel was used as a place of worship for many years. In the early 20th century, the chapel was used as a community center and a meeting place for local organizations. The chapel was later abandoned and fell into disrepair. In the 1970s, the chapel was restored and reopened to the public.

The Kirkpatrick Chapel is one of the most historic buildings in Highland Park. It is one of the oldest buildings in the borough and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1977.

How To Visit

The Kirkpatrick Chapel is located at 220 South First Avenue, Highland Park, NJ. The chapel is open to the public during regular business hours. Visitors can tour the interior of the chapel and see the stained glass windows and wooden pews.

Information provided by The Restoration Group - Central NJ.