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St. George the Great Martyr Orthodox Church

St. George Island, Alaska • Aleutian Islands County

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About This Property

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St. George the Great Martyr Orthodox Church is a historic wooden church located on St. George Island, Alaska. Its striking design features a modest nave and a tall, square bell tower topped with a distinctive onion dome, characteristic of Russian Orthodox architecture in remote Alaskan locations. The church grounds also include a cemetery.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
0.9
Listed Date
6/6/1980
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Exploration/Settlement; Architecture; Social History
Periods of Significance
1925 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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