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Want to Peak Inside this Building? September 28, 2009

Posted by Emily in : Church, New York, Photography , trackback

While following my nose last weekend at Canaltown Days in Palmyra, I found myself at a small art exhibit in the gym of this church.  After looking at the art, and inquiring how my work could be displayed and sold at that art show next year, I got a crazy idea.

I’ve wanted to see the inside of this church that I photographed a few weeks ago, but the only time the chapel is open is during the time I’m at my church.

However . . .

Everyone comes out for Canaltown Days.

EVERYONE.  EVEN PREACHERS.

With my camera gear on my back and tripod in one hand, I asked someone, who asked someone, who got me in touch with someone who opened the chapel doors JUST FOR ME.

I got a private tour of this church building while the street out front was filled with thousands of people enjoying the festivities.

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This is the what is looks like behind the front doors:

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It is the oldest church in Palmyra but also the newest building since it was somewhat reconstructed in the 1800′s.

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The workmanship was beautiful.  Apparently it was built in one year.  A record during that time period and I would say a record by today’s standards!

I think this is the Methodist Church.  I’m not sure.  I could probably go outside and find out for sure, but it’s kind of cold, and I’m all warm inside my house.  :)

I’m learning that a camera, tripod, and nice demeanor can get you into places you might otherwise not be able to see.

Comments»

1. Rebecca F. - September 28, 2009

Your use of light is amazing Em. Fantastic photos.

2. Kelley - September 28, 2009

I just got your news, and I’M DEVASTATED!!! You just got back!

You are going to leave a big hole in our ward because so many people love you so much. Your smile and your presence and so much about you is so refreshing and wonderful. Oh, I miss you already!