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Seven Dolors
Catholic
Parish

Client
Seven Dolors Catholic Parish
Location
Manhattan, KS
Completion date
November 2018

RDG Planning & Design was asked to update this historic, Italianate Catholic church to fit the needs of today's liturgy. 

Worship

The efforts involved a three-fold approach: refresh finishes (RENOVATE), introduce new mechanical and sound systems (INNOVATE) and revive elements of liturgical and historic significance (RESTORE). Building on a unique parish name, the seven sorrows of Mary taken from scripture are displayed throughout. Dialogue with the historic preservation board of the city of Manhattan, Kansas ensured continued use by this active parish while preserving an iconic structure for the greater community. 

Exterior of Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Detail of liturgical art at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Altar in interior worship space at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Interior worship space at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Detail of interior worship space at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Interior worship space at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Interior worship space at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Baptismal font at Seven Dolors Catholic Parish.
Awards
Award of Excellence in Historic Preservation
The Manhattan Riley County Preservation Alliance
2019
Preservation Stewardship Merit Award for Excellence in Sanctuary Rehabilitation
The Kansas Preservation Alliance
2019

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Seven Dolors Catholic Church Recognized with Multiple Preservation Awards