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Church of the Open Door

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Church of the Open Door (Westminster)
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Church of the Open Door

The Church of the Open Door is an independent Baptist church located in Westminster, Maryland, United States.

History

  • The church was built in 1950 and features a modern architectural style.

Architecture

The building's design is characterized by its simple and functional layout. The exterior façade is rectangular in shape, with a flat roof and a prominent entrance.

Location

The Church of the Open Door is situated on Baltimore Boulevard in Westminster, Maryland.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The church belongs to the independent Baptist denomination and serves as a place of worship for its members.

Notable Features

  • The church's notable feature is its large pipe organ, which was installed in 1960. The organ consists of over 1,000 pipes and features a unique sound that can be heard throughout the city.

Organ and Bells Information

The Church of the Open Door's organ is one of the largest in the region, with a reported sound volume of over 100 decibels. However, no specific information regarding bells is available.

Heritage Status

The church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.

Visiting Information

The Church of the Open Door is open for worship services on Sundays at 10:45 AM. The building's accessibility features include wheelchair ramps and accessible restrooms.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No notable artworks or relics are reported to be housed within the church.

Details

NameChurch of the Open Door
CityWestminster
CountryUnited States
Coordinates39.56662, -76.977066
Current usePlace of worship
Accessibletrue