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Illinois Mid-Century Modern Churches (page 1)

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St. Terrence Catholic Church
Alsip, IL
The St. Terrence Catholic Church was built in 1966. [map]

Upper Alton Baptist Church
Alton, IL
The Upper Alton Baptist Church was built in 1966. [map]

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Belleville, IL
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows was built from 1958-1960. The three arms that create the modernist steeple represent the letter "M" for Mary. The teardrop that comes down from the spire represents the Holy Spirit. There are two chapels under the shrine. For more, see these websites: 1 and 2. [map]