Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel – E. Fay Jones

The Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel is located in Bella Vista, Arkansas along Lake Norwood. The building is an example of Prairie School architecture, and was constructed in 1988. The most recognizable characteristic of the chapel is its arches, which have a gothic feel to them. Jones wanted the chapel to resemble 14th century European architecture with the arches. The only differing quality in regards to the 14th century style is the fact that Jones used glass and steel; a more modern approach. The chapel also has some similar characteristics to Jone’s 1980 Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs. The chapel is a popular destination for weddings and other special occasions.

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