Erie’s historic churches took center stage on Sunday afternoon during a presentation looking at the architect behind three of the city’s landmark buildings.
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The author discussed the work of architect William P. Ginther, who designed more than 60 churches across Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
His work in Erie includes Saint Ann, Saint Patrick and Saint Andrew churches, all built in the early 1900s.
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“If they haven’t visited the building, go visit them; they’re gorgeous. The outside is only part of the story, once you go in, you realize truly how beautiful they are. They’re special,” Anthony Valleriano, a graphic designer.
The event also included a panel discussion on the role the three churches continue to play as architectural, cultural and community landmarks in Erie.
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