St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, Episcopal church in Anniston, United States
St. Michael and All Angels is an Episcopal church in Anniston built with thick sandstone walls and a prominent bell tower in Romanesque Revival style. The property includes a main sanctuary, social hall, community service facility, and a two-story rectory positioned behind the primary structure.
Architect William Halsey Wood designed the church in 1888, with the consecration ceremony held on September 29, 1890, on St. Michael's Day. The building was established by John Ward Noble as a memorial to his deceased family.
Inside, the church displays carefully chosen details like a marble floor, hammer-beam roof structure, and native oak pews that show fine craftsmanship. The windows from renowned glass studios add to the warm, thoughtful character of the interior space.
Visitors should note that the church encompasses multiple separate buildings across the grounds serving different purposes. Exploring the entire complex helps you understand both the religious and community functions of the property.
The churchyard contains several family graves, particularly those of multiple Noble family members connected to the founder. This family connection reveals the deeply personal bond between the founder and this sacred place.
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