Thorncrown Chapel is an amazing building. It is located in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. It was designed in 1978-79, and was first open to the public in 1980. In 1981, the building received the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design of the Year award, and more recently, Thorncrown Chapel was placed fourth on AIA’s list of top buildings of the twentieth century (thorncrown.com).

Even when you are inside the Chapel, it almost appears like you are still outside because of all the glass windows. The building looks great with the beams crossing above, even if they are for structural support. Overall, the building is arguably the best and most popular build by E. Fay Jones. Thorncrown Chapel even influenced Jones’ future builds, such as the Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel.