The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named Unity Temple to its list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. This annual list highlights important examples of the nation’s architectural, cultural and natural heritage that are at risk of destruction or irreparable damage.
This designation shines a spotlight on the vulnerable condition of Unity Temple, and calls attention to its significant and urgent restoration needs. Unity Temple’s community of supporters has been steadfast and generous, and the restoration effort has been ambitious. But the deterioration has surpassed efforts to restore the building, and Unity Temple’s survival is endangered and requires a multi-million-dollar rescue effort.
Your tax-deductible donation helps ensure that this important icon of our shared cultural heritage will endure now and forever. Donate
Your gift to Unity Temple Restoration Foundation will be doubled if made by June 30, 2009. Our Save America's Treasures $200,000 challenge grant which will match all gifts dollar for dollar. These funds will be used for emergency repairs to the south roof slab. Please give generously to save Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece of modern architecture.
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A series of events exploring creative nonconformity.
Listen to "New Yorker" architecture critic Paul Goldberger's "Break the Box" talk, recorded at Unity Temple on March 26, 2009.
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