Wilmette in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Baha'i House Of Worship And Welcome Center
Photographed By Ellen Price, circa 2016
1. The Baha'i House Of Worship And Welcome Center Marker
Erected by The Baha'i House Of Worship And Welcome Center.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion. A significant historical month for this entry is November 1930.
Location. 42° 4.456′ N, 87° 41.111′ W. Marker is in Wilmette, Illinois, in Cook County. Marker can be reached from Linden Avenue, 0.1 miles west of Sheridan Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Linden Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Archange Ouilmette (approx. 0.8 miles away); Grosse Point Light Station (approx. 0.8 miles away); Residence of Charles Gates Dawes (approx. 2.2 miles away); Indian Boundary Lines
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Also see . . . The Baha’i House of Worship. (Submitted on November 26, 2018.)
November 1930
2. Precast concrete panels
A committee was appointed in the 1920s to investigate a variety of materials for the Temple’s exterior. Terra-cotta, tile, sandstone, aluminum, bronze, and marble were all considered. This photo of the test pieces was taken on the Temple property in November 1930.
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, November 22, 2018
3. Welcome Center Marker
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, November 22, 2018
4. Ornamental concrete structure features a nine-pointed star
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, November 22, 2018
5. About the Baha’i Faith
The Baha'i Faith is a religion that promotes the unity of all people. Its Founder, Baha’u'llah (1817-1892), taught that by recognizing the oneness of humanity and applying spiritual principles — such as the equality of women and men, the elimination of prejudice, and the harmony of science and religion - we can create a just and peaceful global society. This sacred space is for all people to commune with God. It elevates the spirit and is a magnet for the hearts of all who long for peace and harmony.
The peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God. —Baha’u'llah
Visit The Temple Auditorium Open every day from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. In The Welcome Center You Can: Relax and refresh yourself before visiting the Temple. Explore the building’s history and learn about Baha’i principles symbolically expressed in the architecture. Visit the bookshop View a brief introductory film Meet our volunteer guides and staff
The peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God. —Baha’u'llah
Visit The Temple Auditorium Open every day from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. In The Welcome Center You Can: Relax and refresh yourself before visiting the Temple. Explore the building’s history and learn about Baha’i principles symbolically expressed in the architecture. Visit the bookshop View a brief introductory film Meet our volunteer guides and staff
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, November 22, 2018
6. The Baha'i House Of Worship
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 26, 2018, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 212 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 27, 2018, by Ellen Price of Wilmette, Illinois. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on November 26, 2018, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
